The Importance of Taking Breaks for Optimal Fitness

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Episode 2871:

Emma Hogan shares insights from Dr. Jinger Gottschall on the importance of scheduled rest days and even short exercise holidays to prevent injury, boost motivation, and maintain overall well-being. While consistency is key, periods of reduced activity especially for seasoned exercisers can refresh both the body and mind, ensuring sustainable progress without burnout.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.lesmills.com/fit-planet/fitness/exercise-and-vacation/

Quotes to ponder:

"A break from exercise prevents injury by allowing the working muscles to rebuild and prepare for future training."

"Chances are, their body doesn’t need a fresh new training innovation - it may well need a rest!"

"There’s a fine line between exercise that produces health benefits and exercise that can actually cause health detriments."

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