Time off from gym

[venatorx]

I'm thinking about taking a full week off from the gym even though I'm on a cycle, I'm starting to feel burned out.... Do you guys take breaks, thoughts and opinions?

 

[dunknOVA]

I always come back better after a good break. I take a week off a more than a few times a year. You body needs it, a good way to reset.

 

[Skays]

I'm thinking about taking a full week off from the gym even though I'm on a cycle, I'm starting to feel burned out.... Do you guys take breaks, thoughts and opinions?

100% take that week off when you need it. You'll always come back fresh and no need to stop your cycle.

 

[notnatty]

I'm thinking about taking a full week off from the gym even though I'm on a cycle, I'm starting to feel burned out.... Do you guys take breaks, thoughts and opinions?

Better to take a break than end up with an injury.

 

[suppdout]

Better to take a break than end up with an injury.

Just like what happened to me. In May this year I just wasn't feeling it... and the gym was becoming a mission. I should've taken a break but just pushed through thinking I will ride it out, over exhausting my body. I ruptured a bicep tendon. Couldn't do much upper body work for about 8 weeks. Problem was I kept pushing, knowing I needed a break and didn't take one.

@venatorx take a break, better to loose a week than loosing 8+ weeks

 

[Pakman]

I'm thinking about taking a full week off from the gym even though I'm on a cycle, I'm starting to feel burned out.... Do you guys take breaks, thoughts and opinions?

It's pretty standard to take time off...

 

[slider45]

Taking time off is essential. Allows your body to fully recover and come back stronger. Your muscles, joints, and even your nervous system gets worn out. A good break helps repair any micro tears in your muscles, reduces inflammation, and prevents overtraining injuries. Plus it gives your mind a chance to reset, so you come back more motivated. I take regular breaks all the time for these reasons.

 

[Phatboy]

If you’re on cycle just go buy feel, keep the food up and if you wake up after two or three days feeling good then hit the gym. Main thing don’t stress.

 

[NickLovesCybexHack]

I deload every 5-8 weeks and take 5-7 days completely off from the gym.