Aug 31 • Workouts
SOMETIMES THE BEST WAY TO MAKE PROGRESS IS TO BACK OFF
This is probably one of the hardest things for people who love training to understand.
You don't have to go 100% all the time.
After 12 weeks of pushing hard, progressing my weights, and training with intensity, I take a deload week.
That doesn't mean I stop training.
I still go to the gym.
I just reduce the weight and volume, take out the drop sets, and stay away from failure.
Why?
Because your muscles aren't the only thing taking a beating.
Your joints, nervous system, sleep, motivation, and overall recovery matter too.
Sometimes your body needs a chance to catch up with the work you've been putting in.
Recovery isn't being lazy. It's part of the program.
And sometimes doing LESS for a week is exactly what you need to come back and do MORE.
Be honest...
Have you ever intentionally taken a deload week, or do you just keep pushing until your body forces you to take a break?
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SOMETIMES THE BEST WAY TO MAKE PROGRESS IS TO BACK OFF
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