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Rest and Recovery Are Critical for Athletes of All Ages From Students To Pros To Older Adults (UC Health)
Posted: Mar 25, 2025 in In the News
This article originally appeared on UC Health on March 31, 2025.
Many athletes are laser-focused on their training regimens, incorporating a range of workouts to build strength and maximize performance.
A critical but sometimes overlooked part of any training regimen is rest and recovery...
The American Council on Exercise (ACE) suggests that athletes who engage in high-intensity exercise should schedule a rest day every seven to 10 days. But that’s not a hard and fast rule. Some athletes may need more frequent rest days, such as two per week...
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