Rest days are crucial to give your muscles time to rest and recover, especially after doing strength training or an intense workout. I remember my physical therapist always reminding me, “Take your ...

I like to use active rest periods during which certain muscles can recover while others are working. During active rest, I'll often use hybrid exercises that challenge muscular endurance while keeping ...

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For me, the best workouts include an elevated heart rate, respiration rate and constant movement. I like to use active rest periods during which certain muscles can recover while others are working.