Thread: How often do you take a training break?

i'm the last person that should chime in considering for me an off day consist of two miles running, a bike ride, and some situps. But really it all depends on the person just listen to your body, if you feel weak, tired, sick, HURT, or anything like that consider taking a break, does it have to be a week long or longer break, no, but only you will know. Also definately try switching up the routine a bit, even though that is the best split for you, you should always break it up a little for a few weeks, then you can go back to that routine

....thanks man...I am always changing my daily workouts to keep them different/effective....however I always stick to the big barbell lifts for best results.....I know people say listen to your body BUT....if I listend to my body I'd be eating pizza 6 times a day and watching TV while collecting my food stamps. You'd think after 10 years and TONS of body building/fitness magazine reading I'd how to read my body better....I guess I'm too stubborn...today it took every ounce of will power to get through my routine.....and it ended up being a sh!tty day in the gym....what signs do you all look for...I know this is kind of a vauge area....I just want some opinions thats all.

Thanx 350Z

well i take a week off every month or 2. i keep my diet the same thou

1 week of rest after 12 weeks of training

I don't have a set schedule for breaks but it usually comes out to be around a good 2 months total out of the year...

I usually try to take a break every 12 weeks. However, I am going to be starting Gopro's routine next week; he suggests taking off a week every 9 weeks.

I am on a rest week right now after only 7 weeks because I started a preparatory training protocol for Gopro's routine which kicked my ass. On top of that I got somewhat injured at a concert last weekend, otherwise I would have gone 9-12 weeks before my next rest week.

Usually take one when my body feels it needs it. But usually only for a couple of days. Right now I can't take any and I feel the need for one.

With all those answer's I'm now feeling less guilty, since 5 month's it's my first week off from training. I was needing a mental brake

Originally posted by CowPimp
because I started a preparatory training protocol for Gopro's routine which kicked my ass...

hi CowPimp. can you tell us more about the prep phase before starting the program?

good luck by the way!