SRP
Cathlete
First, I have to admit that it hasn't been a full week - today is day six, and I plan to work out. I can't take it anymore.
Okay, there have been a few benefits. My calf feels like it's finally healed, and my knees got a much-needed break from too much elliptical work. After four weeks of calf trouble, it's about time that thing finally healed, and I am glad the rest helped there.
On the other hand, issues with my forearm/bicep tendons seem to have worsened. The only thing I can figure is that they're not getting enough movement to keep them limber.
The worst thing, though is overall muscle stiffness, mostly in my back and hips. I count on my workouts to loosen me up after a day sitting in the office, and since I haven't been working out, the stiffness has accumulated until it's downright uncomfortable.
I have been stretching for about a half hour every evening, but I guess it's not enough. In fact, last night when I was stretching my hip flexors, they actually hurt!
I agree 100% with the need for rest in a workout schedule. And I still think that a rest week has the potential for quite a few benefits. But let me tell you, the next time I decide to take one, it will NOT be during a work week. Maybe during a vacation when I have lots of physical activity planned.
Okay, there have been a few benefits. My calf feels like it's finally healed, and my knees got a much-needed break from too much elliptical work. After four weeks of calf trouble, it's about time that thing finally healed, and I am glad the rest helped there.
On the other hand, issues with my forearm/bicep tendons seem to have worsened. The only thing I can figure is that they're not getting enough movement to keep them limber.
The worst thing, though is overall muscle stiffness, mostly in my back and hips. I count on my workouts to loosen me up after a day sitting in the office, and since I haven't been working out, the stiffness has accumulated until it's downright uncomfortable.
I have been stretching for about a half hour every evening, but I guess it's not enough. In fact, last night when I was stretching my hip flexors, they actually hurt!
I agree 100% with the need for rest in a workout schedule. And I still think that a rest week has the potential for quite a few benefits. But let me tell you, the next time I decide to take one, it will NOT be during a work week. Maybe during a vacation when I have lots of physical activity planned.
What I may try is to go lighter - lighter weights, less intense or shorter cardio, that sort of thing.