Why Rest Days Are Key to Better Training and Faster Results

Many of my clients come in thinking they need to train 5 - 6 days a week. They believe more workouts mean faster results. But the truth is - rest is where real progress happens.

Why Rest Matters

When you train, you micro-tear your muscles. When you rest, your muscles repair, grow, and adapt! No rest = no recovery. No recovery = slower results, more fatigue, and higher injury risk.

What I See With Clients

I’ve worked with clients who trained hard every day. They felt tired, sore, and stuck. They weren’t getting stronger - just more frustrated. We added rest days. Within weeks, they had:

More energy
Better lifts
Less soreness
Visible progress

How Many Rest Days Do You Need?

Most people need 1 - 2 full rest days per week. This gives your body time to rebuild and recharge. Rest days can include:

Going for a walk
Simply relax and focus on good sleep and healthy meals
Gentle cycling or easy swimming
House chores like cleaning or gardening

Keep it easy. Let your body breathe.

Signs You Need More Rest

You're always tired
Workouts feel harder
Your muscles stay stiff and sore
You're losing motivation
You keep getting small injuries

If this sounds like you, take a break. Your body is asking for it.

Train Smarter, Not Harder

You don’t grow in the gym. You grow when you rest from the gym. Rest isn’t lazy - it’s smart. It’s how you get stronger, leaner, and healthier.

Not Seeing Results from Your Training?

You might be overtraining. More isn't always better. Smart training includes rest, recovery, and the right plan. I can help you build a routine that works - one that gets real results without burning you out.

Live in West London or the Chiswick area?

Book your free consultation and session today.

Let’s train smarter, not harder.