how long and what are the benefits? i have been working out hard for about 3 months, wondering if a 1 week break would do me good?
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08-21-2007, 06:26 AM #17Jerz3y2
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How often do you take a break from the gym?
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08-21-2007, 06:30 AM #2
Yes it will do you good.
I always give myself a 1 week break every 10-12 weeks.
If you dont take this break you will feel overtrained, your results would even start dropping.
you need to give your body rest.
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08-21-2007, 07:19 AM #3Registered User
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Won't hurt to take a week break after three months. The benefits are: You feel rejuvenated and ready to hit the weights once again and your body has a nice rest.
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08-21-2007, 08:07 AM #4Registered User
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ya every 2-3 months... gotta rest
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08-21-2007, 08:10 AM #5Mr. Gecko
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4 weeks loading, 1 week deload.
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08-21-2007, 09:56 AM #6Registered User
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Just about every workout routine on this board suggests a decondition phase for at least (7 - 14 days of time off). It's definitly a must in every routine, your body gets very adapted and needs a change.
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08-21-2007, 10:29 AM #7ndn
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yeah, deload is much better than time off in my book.Originally Posted by Kiknskreem
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