13/06/2026
😴 SHOUID YOU REST OR PUSH ON?
Here are a few thoughts.
There’s a time and a place to crack on and a time and a place to listen up and rest.
Here are a few key things to watc he out for…
1️⃣ PERFORMANCE DIPS
If you’re struggling to get done what you need to do or if you see a major drop in performance, then it’s probably time for a deload or a complete rest.
2️⃣ CONSTANTLY SORE OR INJURED
Big one. Don’t push your body past its limit. Injuries are a sign something isn’t right, something isn’t strong. Same goes for constant soreness, give your body time to repair and build.
3️⃣ LACKING SLEEP OR STRESSED OUT
Aside from the obvious lack in energy, if we’re tired or stressed then we open the door for errors, laziness, mistakes and a reckless attitude to training. Appreciate and prioritise sleep. Manage and address stress.
4️⃣ HEART RATE ALL OVER THE SHOW
If what is usually an “easy effort” turns into a much harder session, it’s a sign your hearts fighting hard to perform at that level. Acknowledge this and step back, maybe even adjust training a little (fast runs for easy runs for example)
5️⃣ DEMOTIVATED AN UNINSPIRED
If we can’t be bothered over a prolonged period of time then it can be signalling a much needed change. Take time, reflect and reassess what you want.
I’ve also put in the video ways to help so please check it out.
Appreciate rest, it’s where the gains are made!
