1. RESTORE
“Rest is the sweet sauce of labor.”
Laura Moncur
Get more Sleep.
Your body undergoes protein synthesis during sleep, so a lack of it can have a
significant negative effect on performance and recovery.
Listen to Music.
Research shows that listening to something relaxing after a workout can decrease
the time is takes to reduce exercises' heightened blood pressure and pulse rate.
Get a Massage.
Like foam rolling, massage helps break up scar tissue and reduce the stiffness
associated with muscle repair.
Keep the Drinking to Moderate Consumption.
Research suggests more than one or two drinks after working out could reduce the
body’s ability to recover.
Take a Few Days Off. (from exercise)
Factors like age and fitness level play a part in determining how much rest we really
need so if your performance is decreasing the more you workout, it might be time
to schedule in a few extra rest days.
Drink A lot of Water.
Exercising while dehydrated can cause greater damage to muscles and reduce the
body’s ability to repair itself. Aim to consume 100 ounces a day!
Content adapted and modified from Greatist.com by Kellyann Sykora.