I used to compete in olympic weightlifting years ago when I was in high school. It was a lot of fun. (Especially since I was pretty good. Qualified for nationals 3 times, but never had the money to make the trip, except for my senior year. My youth pastor drove myself 3 teammates, 2 coaches and my dad in our youth group van from San Diego county toward Savannah, GA. unfortunately we did not make it as mr Armando in Tuscon could not get an ac-pump fixed in 8 hours. Don't worry Armando, I forgive you. Plus you taught me a valuable lesson: rare can be just that... Rare. So take advantage of them)
Anyways... Coach Rod frequently talked about "active" rest days. Our bodies need a break from training to recuperate. However, that doesn't mean sit on a coach or lay in bed all day long. Move around, play basketball, walk, whatever (I added walk and whatever.) Take a break, but do something to keep your body moving, it will recuperate more efficiently that way.
If the weather clears up, I will be golfing with my neighbor today. (He is a semi-pro and I haven't played for five years, so I'm looking forward to improving my game more than beating him.) I'm curious to hear what kind of active rest day activities you do or would be inclined to do. Shoot me a response in the comment box if you've got some time.
Anyways... Coach Rod frequently talked about "active" rest days. Our bodies need a break from training to recuperate. However, that doesn't mean sit on a coach or lay in bed all day long. Move around, play basketball, walk, whatever (I added walk and whatever.) Take a break, but do something to keep your body moving, it will recuperate more efficiently that way.
If the weather clears up, I will be golfing with my neighbor today. (He is a semi-pro and I haven't played for five years, so I'm looking forward to improving my game more than beating him.) I'm curious to hear what kind of active rest day activities you do or would be inclined to do. Shoot me a response in the comment box if you've got some time.