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Active recovery or complete rest days?

BigAnt

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I've tried both active recovery & complete rest days. Sometimes a light walk helps me feel less stiff wyl other times I feel better after doing absolutely nothing. What's worked best for you?
 
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I've tried both active recovery & complete rest days. Sometimes a light walk helps me feel less stiff wyl other times I feel better after doing absolutely nothing. What's worked best for you?

I think it depends on how beat up you are. Light movement helps with stiffness, but when you're really drained, nothing beats a proper rest day. I wouldn't force either one.
 
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