Hey guys, I was wondering what your thoughts are on taking a week off from the gym every so often. My last week off was in Feb and I haven't missed a workout since. Do any of you guys take time off? Do you find it benefical?
Thanks,
Jimmy
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09-04-2006, 10:43 AM #1Physique In Progress
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Time off from gym
You have to put yourself first or people will put you second.
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09-04-2006, 10:49 AM #2Registered User
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last time i took a week off it was easter and iwas forced too because of a holiday otherwise i wouldent of stopped lifting, but taking a week off is good for repair etc.. thats why im trying to force myself into not lifting this week but im addicted!!
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09-04-2006, 10:51 AM #3Registered User
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every 4 - 6 months take a few weeks off.
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09-04-2006, 10:51 AM #4Registered User
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id only take some time off if you're really run down because there's bound to be a time when you cant get in the gym for 5 or 6 days and that's when your break should be.
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09-04-2006, 10:53 AM #5Thin, Soft, Loose
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Ronnie has 3 months off after a show, go figure.
but who was lift
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09-04-2006, 11:10 AM #6Registered User
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NEVER!! NEVER EVER TAKE TIME OFF!! One week will turn into 2, into 3, etc. Try getting more sleep if you feel burned out and changing up your routine and diet. I was about to take a month off this summer and found out the reason i felt like hell was lack of sleep.
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09-04-2006, 06:36 PM #7Registered User
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You got to listen to your body... for example if u feel burned out, tired, and not seeing results for a while, that means change things up... first off takea week or 2 weeks off, this is very good for the body... mentaly no, but other wise yes. think for a moment.. You have been beating ur muscle all year.... it needs to repair or take a break.. like school like work.... need a day off or vacation .... so every 8 weeks take a week off or whenever u feel like burned out take a week off...
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09-04-2006, 06:40 PM #8Registered User
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If you feel your strong willed enough, then i'd go for it. It should ultimatly be rewarding. Wrong section by the way.
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09-04-2006, 09:25 PM #9I Hunt Alone
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Yes, a week off can be beneficial if you have lost that motivation and feel like you are just "going through the motions" a week may bring back that intensity. Once a year I take 4 weeks off and occassionaly take 1 - 2 weeks off. You wont lose all your muscle mass and you will probably be stronger when you come back to the gym.
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09-04-2006, 10:48 PM #10Registered User
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Why is this in the IFBB Pro Bodybuilding section?
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09-04-2006, 11:17 PM #11U.S. Navy Sub Vet
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Dude, I take 3-4 days off every so often and that's it. If I took a week off, I probably won't go back to the gym. Be careful.
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09-04-2006, 11:55 PM #12Hawaiian
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Either take a week off or go much lighter once in a while. Usually, you'll need a break around every 8-12 weeks if your intensity is up to par.
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09-04-2006, 11:58 PM #13
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Even though I usually experience a drop in my fitness level, taking a week off from the gym can be beneficial in more ways than we know. Personally, I just prefer to deload heavily by reducing my volume by 70-80%.
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09-05-2006, 09:26 AM #14Registered User
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I take a week off every 3 - 4 months and I've never had a problem getting started again ? You should normally just start a little bit lighter when you "return" but I normally just reduce my bench press by a few pounds but I use my normal poundages for all my other excercises because I normally feel really energised after having some time off ?
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09-05-2006, 12:33 PM #15Life gets heavy sometimes
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Take at least 2 weeks off every 6 months. During those 2 weeks do NOT go near a gym and stop all supplements except protein shakes IMO. You'll come back mentally refreshed, your body will love it too. If you're trying to bulk up you might even gain a few pounds? When you get back into the gym take the first week to fart around and then kick up the intensity each week until you reach another plateau and need another break. It works wonders!!!
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09-05-2006, 12:49 PM #16Physique In Progress
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I was was actually hoping to get pros advice also so.......Originally Posted by ziggyandthemonkYou have to put yourself first or people will put you second.
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09-05-2006, 12:51 PM #17Physique In Progress
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Because I also wanted to see if IFBB Pros ever take time off.Originally Posted by jsheppard1You have to put yourself first or people will put you second.
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09-05-2006, 01:43 PM #18Life gets heavy sometimes
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Ask Andreas Frey in the sticky's above. He's training for the NOC right now is one HUGE monster German bb'er. He answers ALL questions within a short time, so ask him OKOriginally Posted by cgcgraded
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09-05-2006, 01:58 PM #19Physique In Progress
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Thanks man appreciate it.Originally Posted by He-ManAsk Andreas Frey in the sticky's above. He's training for the NOC right now is one HUGE monster German bb'er. He answers ALL questions within a short time, so ask him OKYou have to put yourself first or people will put you second.
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09-05-2006, 05:41 PM #20
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Going lighter is not a good idea. Staying heavy and reducing volume is the proper way.Originally Posted by EggwhitesRacism is completely irrational.
Raising taxes never created a single job.
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09-05-2006, 06:24 PM #21Registered User
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Taking time off is very important!
You allow the muscles to heal . You will lose a little strength but that will come back ; in fact you will gain more size and strength after the strength returns.
2 weeks here and there for a total of four weeks a year is what I do. You should figure out what is best for you.
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09-05-2006, 06:26 PM #22Registered User
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i never take weeks off for anyting espcially since i have to pay my gym membership no matter if i go or stay home, i am not going to pay for something and not utilise it .
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09-06-2006, 07:05 AM #23status: Work in Progress
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I simply cant do it..
I feel like **** if I stay 3-4 days without lifting
Later
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09-07-2006, 06:46 AM #24Registered User
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yes take a week off. It is very important!!! i take week off about every 3 months.
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09-07-2006, 08:09 AM #25Registered User
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i dont take anytime off the only time i do is if i cant make it to the gym with out bring back up my food, i catch the intesty do 4 to 6 months supersets and then for a month after chose lighter weights and straight sets to give my body a little brake but thats about it.
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