Importance of Rest days during Exercise

Importance of rest days:

We have always been told to workout regularly and be active.If you are  a competitive athlete or a recreational gym goer rest days are essential.

1.Allows time for recovery;

Contrary to popular belief, a rest day isn’t about being lazy on the couch. It’s during this time that the beneficial effects of exercise take place. Specifically, rest is essential for muscle growth.

Exercise creates microscopic tears in your muscle tissue. But during rest, cells called fibroblasts repair it. This helps the tissue heal and grow, resulting in stronger muscles.

2.Reduces risk of injury:

Regular rest is essential for staying safe during exercise. When your body is overworked, you’ll be more likely to fall out of form, drop a weight, or take a wrong step.

3.Improves performance:

When you don’t get enough rest, it can be hard to do your normal routine, let alone challenge yourself. For example, you might be less motivated to do an extra rep or run another mile.

4.Prevents muscle fatigue:

Rest is necessary for avoiding exercise-induced fatigue. Remember, exercise depletes your muscles’ glycogen levels. If these stores aren’t replaced, you’ll be most likely be sore and fatigued.

5.Supports healthy sleep:

While regular exercise can improve your sleep, taking rest days is also helpful. Rest can help you get better sleep by letting your hormones return to a normal, balanced state.

Happy Xersizing 

Ritu Shah