How much damage will I do.....
francis1425
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If I take a week off from the gym? I have been working out consistantly for about 10 weeks 4 times a week and I just feel exhausted and it is getting harder and harder to make myself get to the gym. I was thinking maybe taking this week off and start fresh again on Monday, but I don't want to damage any progress I have made so far. Any advice?
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You'll be fine. It'll give your muscles time to repair, and hopefully you'll be able to approach it next week with some enthusiasm. Keep your food chocies excellent this week!0
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I personally don't feel you will do any harm as long as you watch what you intake. You might see a difference in your metabolism being a little sluggish after the first 3-4 days not working out. But you shouldn't have any kick back with weight gain...0
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No harm will be done. It's actually necessary.
Weightlifters call it a "deload" period. Your body eventually gets overwhelmed and you need either a few days off from the gym or a week at a reduced intesity/volume.
So you're actually on the right track. Doesn't hurt to do this every 6-8 weeks to avoid overtraining.0 -
Thank you everyone! I just couldn't get over the guilty feeling, but this does help!0
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