This is not your typical Monday Motivation post. I’m not going to tell you to push harder, find balance or jump. Instead, I’m going to tell you to rest. Take a breather. Chill out.
Rest days are vital to you on your fitness journey. Your body needs rest to rebuild and recuperate. They also help you avoid injury so you can stay at the top of your game. But, a rest day doesn’t mean indulging in everything under the sun. Stick to your healthy eating and remember to still drink lots of water.
In order to cash in on all the training, get the rest. If you can’t run as fast as you want to, you haven’t rested enough. – Ted Corbitt
Rest days:
- Rebuild and repair muscle tissue.
- Build strength.
- Replenish fluids and energy stores.
- Minimize fatigue.
- Refresh our mental energy.
- Reduce the risk of injury.
So go ahead, give yourself the day off. And get right back into it tomorrow! 💜
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