7 Signs You Need A Rest Day From Exercise

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      American Council on Exercise: “Overtraining | 9 Signs of Overtraining to Look Out For”
    
      American Council on Exercise: “6 Types of Metabolic Damage Caused by High-intensity Workouts”
    
      Journal of Applied Physiology: “Recovery of the immune system after exercise”
    
      American Council on Exercise: “8 Reasons to Take a Rest Day”
    




Proper rest days benefit your mental and physical health.

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If you’ve gotten a sufficient amount of rest but are still experiencing symptoms, reach out to your doctor who can help assess your situation and rule out any underlying health issues.

      American Council on Exercise: “Overtraining | 9 Signs of Overtraining to Look Out For”
    
      American Council on Exercise: “6 Types of Metabolic Damage Caused by High-intensity Workouts”
    
      Journal of Applied Physiology: “Recovery of the immune system after exercise”
    
      American Council on Exercise: “8 Reasons to Take a Rest Day”