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To rest or not to rest?

MKCD123
MKCD123 Posts: 86 Member
edited January 5 in Fitness and Exercise
I just started the 30 day shred and was completely motivated to do 30 days straight. However, I have been reading alot of post about the importance of rest days...I am new at this so I would appreciate some advice. To rest or not to rest?

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  • Majda_
    Majda_ Posts: 32 Member
    I have been resting for 2 days now. Level 2 was hard on me and my knees hurt like hell. I stopped but replaced it with Zumba. This way I am keeping my daily workout but without injuring my knees. Listen to your body, if it needs rest, let it rest ~
  • JustANumber85
    JustANumber85 Posts: 644 Member
    I agree with Majd- if you need rest, then rest.
  • ahviendha
    ahviendha Posts: 1,291 Member
    JM said in a podcast that none of her programs are intended to be for every single day.

    At least 1 rest day a week, sometimes 2 if you feel you need it.

    Listen to your body! Part of this process is learning how to differentiate different emotions/feelings/needs of your body.
  • umachanxo
    umachanxo Posts: 926 Member
    I take one rest day a week. If you feel like you need it, though, then try and just do a walk and rest from that day of 30DS.
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