Overtraining Insights
Adam shares his experience with overtraining, noting that taking time off can sometimes lead to better performance. Sal emphasizes the importance of managing inflammation and incorporating movement for recovery, suggesting alternatives to complete rest. The discussion highlights how prioritizing mobility and self-care can enhance recovery and overall strength.In this clip
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I suspect that I'm overtrained. I've been doing heavy weights at low reps with long rest times for pretty much the whole year. I've taken a few different weeks off here and there, but I kind of feel tired all the time and have a low libido. I was thinking about taking a four-week break away from weightlifting. For Weeks 1 and 2, I thought about doing a 30-minute walk on the treadmill and a 10-minute stretch or foam roll. Then, in Weeks 3 and 4, I would continue with the walks but start a 3-day band routine. After Week 4, I would slowly go back into my weightlifting routine. Is this a solid plan?
Would it be smart to take a week off of training and do mobility only once a month going forward?
Should I take days off from working out to allow the body to recover?