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2007/12/21, 12:32 PM
I am on a workout program right now, and I'm basically rotating the workout every other day. Although I just started it 2 days ago, so this would be by 2nd time through, I am wondering if I should take a day off inbetween to allow time for recovery. I am still sore, should I workout, or do I need to allow more time?
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2007/12/21, 02:24 PM
Hi,
hmmm, tricky one. If you're just achey from working out then a gentle workout sometimes helped my recovery. Gentle though! Make sure you do leave time for recovery between areas worked. I rotate a three day schedule with a day off.
If it is sore because of damage, ie you tore a muscle or strained a joint then you should see a medical professional or at least apply RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation).
Jon
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2007/12/21, 02:49 PM
yah its just achey from working out, nothing hurt...that I know of. maybe the day off would be good in the beginning until my muscles get used to the workout.
thanks for the response
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2007/12/21, 06:48 PM
My routine is
Mon - back and bi's
Tues - chest and tri's
Wed - Legs and core
Thurs - back and bi
Fri - chest and tri
Sat - legs and core
Sun - rest
That way there's two days rest for each area before the next effort plus a days rest for me!
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If you do not change direction, you may end up where you are heading.
- Lau Tzu
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2007/12/21, 06:56 PM
Just reading another thread covering recovery rates where my routine looks like it doesn't have enough recovery areas. Probably to make it fit the ideal I should put another rest day in the middle.
So far it's working for me, but it just goes to show - different strokes and all that.
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2007/12/22, 10:31 AM
The extra night of rest really helped. I feel alot better today, not so sore. I do have a large bruise on my right arm from a car accident, that is still quite stiff and sore. Guess I will just go easy on my right arm tonight:cool:
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2007/12/24, 11:54 AM
I rotate my weight training days with my cardio days in between. If you are lifting heavy, then I'd say the day in between is a must. The soreness will become much more manageable as you go on. It's always worst at the beginning. Also make sure to take in plenty of protein throughout the day, and right after you work out. This will speed up your recovery time and help repair your muscle tissue much more efficiently.
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