“I always do an outdoor walk on rest days as it feels good for both my body and mind – especially during lockdown. Once I’ve done my walk, I relax and watch as much Netflix as I lik ...

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Think of it like a scale: Overtrain, and you’ve tipped too far in one direction; schedule regular rest days, and you’re back in balance. While taking a rest day has many physical benefits ...