The New Healthier You Fitness Plan, Day 7: Rest

Welcome back to The New Healthier You Fitness Plan. On day 7 of each week, we’ll focus on recovery.

You may think that doingdaily workoutsmight speed up your results, but the truth isrest and recovery are just as importantto your body (and spirit). It is possible to do too much exercise, and overtraining can cause symptoms such as irritability, insomnia, fatigue, injury—even sugar cravings—all of which could hinder your progress.

So, for at least one day a week, simply enjoy some relaxation time. You can still stay active with light activities such as walking, gardening or gentle yoga—just take it easy and allow yourselfadequate time to rest. Here are a few more ways to spend your rest day:

Join me for this20-minute recovery day routine
Try thisQigong breathing exercise
Foam roll for 15 minutes
Do somechair yoga

Tell me, what did you do today to give your body a little TLC? Leave me a comment below and let us know what you did to fit in some R&R time.

About the Author

Jessica Smith

As someone who struggled to lose weight for years, Jessica found that the key to her own 40-pound weight loss was making small, healthy lifestyle changes that led to big, lasting results. Now, as a certified wellcoach, fitness instructor and personal trainer, she has spent the last 15 years helping students and clients reach their goals in New York City, Los Angeles and Miami. She now reaches millions online through her YouTube Channel and home exercise DVD series. Please visitwalkonwalkstrong.comto learn more about her fun, results-driven programs for all levels of exercisers.