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DOLCE LIFESTYLE:
3 Active Rest Day Workout Ideas<\/h2>\n

by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD<\/h4>\n

We all know that rest is part of the program. If you\u2019re very active, it can be tough to force yourself to take it easy. Luckily, a rest day doesn\u2019t have to consist of doing absolutely nothing. In fact, active rest days are a great way to stave off further muscle soreness because you\u2019re still getting your blood pumping, but at a much lower intensity that will allow for better recover. Let’s stretch out that connective tissue and work through the sore muscles with these 3 active rest day workout ideas we love.
\n1. Foam Rolling\t<\/strong>
\nThis is one of my favorite active recovery activities. Not only does it help work out all the crackles and crinkles from some heavy lifting, but it\u2019s a great way to work on those sore muscles and break up knots in our connective tissue. Think of it as a much-needed massage. We tend to think, if we are sore, let\u2019s try to avoid the area to prevent it from getting worse. Not a good idea. It may hurt, but working on a sore area will actually help alleviate pain and recover that muscle more quickly. Plus, the foam roller can be used all over the body: Upper\/lower back, IT band, hamstrings, calves, lats and glutes. You may even want to throw a lacrosse ball into the mix for an even deeper massage.
\n2. Walking\/Hiking<\/strong>
\nThis is a great, low-intensity exercise to just get your blood moving. Take a walk at the mall, beach, park, or anywhere you\u2019d like. Grab the dog or have a friend come with you. You could do some hill intervals as well, but remember, no more than a jog. We are actively recovering, not trying to set a new PR.
\n3. Yoga<\/strong>
\nYoga is great for really stretching out the muscles and tendons. With an experienced instructor, you\u2019ll be put into positions that will work out all kinds of connective tissue knots, and you\u2019ll hold these positions for appropriate amounts of time. Stretching for too little time won\u2019t do much good. And no, guys, your man card won\u2019t get taken if you drop in for a yoga session (just think of it as a stepping stone to your next deadlift PR).
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DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 3 Active Rest Day Workout Ideas by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD We all know that rest is part of the program. If you\u2019re very active, it can be tough to force yourself to take it easy. Luckily, a rest day doesn\u2019t have to consist of doing absolutely nothing. 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