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Recovery Day Workout | Former Athlete Transition

💡As a former college volleyball athlete, it has been difficult to stick to a consistent workout routine that is self-led. I was accustomed to having a workout plan laid out for me that was broken down exactly into how many sets/reps, weights, and rounds to complete. The transition has been interest

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the hard parts of recovery

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What EXACTLY Should You Do On A REST DAY?

A reminder for your rest day!!! If you're training and have physical goals, it may be easy to take it too hard. But rest days are SO important and useful! I hear it said a lot that rest and recovery are where your growth and gains happen. So what exactly do you even do on your days off?

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A person with a white head wrap takes a mirror selfie in a bathroom. The text overlay explains the acronym 'POTS' as 'Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome'.

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i’m a proud POTSIE

all of these photos are from my 3 day hospital stay for EKG testing (hence the head wrap) here’s a little bit of info on my chronic illness! this is something that affects me every day and i love being able to share and educate about it #potssyndrome #potsawareness #dayinmylife #Lem

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Why I stopped eating…

TW: ED During the summer of 2022 I found myself in a state of intense insecurity all the while an ex had left me for another girl. Big bummer. Little did I know it would send me into a spiral of a terrible relationship with food. Because of emotional distress, I was eating less to cope. Lit

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why you should NEVER skip REST DAYS

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Sharing my story *tw: ed*

I’m a survivor. Starting at around 6 years old, I’ve struggled with body image issues and an eating disorder. This in addition to having anxiety made it very difficult to maintain a healthy weight, so I was often underweight and worried I would end up hospitalized or worse. I still think it’s crazy

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HOW I SPEED UP MUSCLE RECOVERY ON REST DAYS

Here are a few things I do on rest and recovery days to speed up muscle recovery! - Foam rolling + full body stretching - Sauna for 10-15 minutes - proper sleep of minimum 8+ hours - Jaccuzi for 15-20 minutes. *i’ll choose jacuzzi if im VERY sore, and sauna if i’m mildly sore. I don’t a

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Each day just keeps getting better!!

I love getting to love myself again!!!! #self love ❤️ #wedorecover #recoveryispossible #recoveryjourney #sobrietyjourney

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exercise recovery tips

if you are weight lifting as your primary form of exercise, one of the most important things you need to consider is your recovery!! It’s more important than you think! Mobility, flexibility and joint/muscle tlc will help your body more than you may realize! My 3 favorite forms are yoga for

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TW: Ways to STOP overeating - REAL ☕️ TO RECOVERY

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Active Rest Day Workout

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Active Rest Day things

If you’re resting today and you just want to get some activity in, get cute, get ready and go for a walk or maybe a little workout. Have a beautiful Saturday 💚 #activerecovery #activerestday #saturdayroutine #grwm #vlogdiary #adrizzi222 #jumpropeworkout #saturdayvibes #saturdayvlog

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What I eat in a day while in binge eating recovery

I got back on track with my water! After having none yesterday I didn’t really have much of a breakfast but I did have a couple different granola bars. A kind bar , and an apple nutrigrain bar. These are two of my faves! Lunch my boyfriend made me steak 🫶🏻 Dinner my boyfriend brought hom

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75 SOFT CHALLENGE | recovering from an ED

a workout challenge? really? i know, this seems like the worst idea for someone still in recovery to do. but, i feel like i need to take charge of my recovery and learn to choose recovering for myself, rather than just for those around me. workout plans can be difficult for someone with an ED to

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7 DAYS, 7 WAYS: The *CORRECT* Way to Rest🤫💤

🌟 Let's Talk Rest 🌟 Each day this week, I'm diving deep into the world of rest—not just sleep, but the seven types of rest that nourish our souls and recharge our minds. Join me on this journey as I explore and share the profound impact of each type of rest on our mental health. 🧘‍♀️✨

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Transform Your Life in 75 Days ✨✨

Have you heard of 75 hard?? An intense commitment to becoming the best version of yourself in 75 days. This program (for lack of better word) will help you get in shape, become disciplined, and change your eating habits all in just 75 days. If you feel like 75 hard will be too difficult t

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jaw surgery recovery ❤️‍🩹

I was shocked when my orthodontist told me I needed jaw surgery … I had already braces when I was 14 but my jaw grew more after I got them off 🥲 this is not common but this was the reality I was facing. To prevent poor wear of my teeth & jaw, I decided to proceed with the surgery to fix my o

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A comparison chart outlining the rules for the '75 Soft' and '75 Hard' challenges, detailing differences in diet, water intake, exercise, reading, and progress picture requirements.

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75 Soft - Day 1

The first day went amazingly well! I already feel as though I have more energy. I was able to drink an entire gallon instead of three liters AND had it finished by 3pm! I started reading a book that I’m already enjoying and am feeling optimistic about day two. I want to do 75 hard, but I know 7

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💪✨ 7 Day Beginner Gym & Workout Routine ✨💪

❄️ New year, new season to build strength and confidence! If you’ve been wanting to start your fitness journey but don’t know where to begin, this beginner-friendly winter gym routine is here to guide you! 💪 From strength training to cardio and active recovery, this plan is designed to help you fee

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Stretches for after leg day

Do you take a few moments to stretch after your workout? Or are you someone who heads right out the door after their last exercise? 👀 It's okay, I know we're all guilty BUT I encourage you to start taking time to stretch after your workouts in order to prevent future injury and to reduc

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Prepping for Leg Day vs Recovering After✨

Prepping for Leg Day vs. Recovering After 🔥 Dynamic stretches are my go-to for warming up, while static stretches come in after my workout to help with recovery. Here’s a simple routine you can follow 💪🏻❤️‍🔥I always make sure to loosen up my hips and get everything ready for heavy squats and

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Muscle Recovery ❤️‍🩹

I have been doing 100 squats a day for the last 20 days. So I’ve been very sore. I had to combine all my muscles building supplements into one. And it’s really been helping me. #musclegainsjourney #gainsinprogress #workout 🏋️ #findstrength #summerbod #bodytransformation #Lemon8Di

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4 ACTIVE Recovery activities you need

🚶‍♀️🧘‍♂️💃 Active Recovery Days: More than Just Rest! 💃🧘‍♂️🚶‍♀️ It’s about incorporating low-intensity activities on your “off” days that help the body recover while still keeping it moving. Here are some fun and beneficial ways to spend your active recovery days: 1️⃣ Stretch it Out with Yoga 🧘

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Recovery #weightchange

A snippet of my last 5 years of growth. This is not a before and after, I was recovering in 2019. I still had many ups and downs, but I conquered them 🤍 If you’re scared your weight will change when you choose to recover, this one is for you. Read through 👉🏼 - 🏷️ #selfacceptance

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NATIONAL RECOVERY MONTH🫶🏼

September is National Recovery Month.❤️‍🩹 **this is gunna be kind of long** Did you know that d r u g addiction has become the leading cause of ⚰️ in the United States… My D O C (d r u g of choice) to abuse was pain killers (o p i o i d s) and prescription d r u g abuse is the nations faste

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A woman in a light blue sports bra and black shorts takes a mirror selfie in a gym, with text overlayed: '1. You're really sore. 2. You're dreading your workout.' Gym equipment is visible.

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5 Signs You Really Should Take a Rest Day!

Your body needs rest days! So please please take them! I used to think “more is better” but really your body needs to recover and have a rest day to rebuild. There are some days when I feel like I “have” to workout vs I “get to” and I know them that it’s a good day to take a rest day but her

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A first-person view of legs on a leg press machine, with text overlay asking "how to recover FROM LEG DAY" and stating "my honest answer," setting the stage for recovery tips.

A person takes a mirror selfie in a gym locker room, with text humorously stating, "You don't. Just accept that your legs will never forgive you," followed by a prompt to swipe for tips.

A close-up of feet in white socks and slides on a gym machine, accompanied by a list of leg day recovery tips: hydrate, nutrition, stretching, foam rolling, rest, active recovery, Epsom salt bath, massage therapy, and listening to your body.

Recovering tips after leg day 🍗🔥😭

You don't. Just accept that your legs will never forgive you hahaha but hey, since we're in this together, let me share some actual tips on how to survive the aftermath of leg day. 💪🏼 1. Hydrate: I never believed this would help I don’t know why but I was stubborn haha but when I really

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recovery is essential💆🏻‍♀️💪🏽

in order for our muscles to grow, we have to let them properly rest and recover! sore, tired muscles are most likely a sign of that! there are many things we can do to help give our bodies the recovery it needs! ❤️‍🩹 here are some great remedies for sore muscles: - relax in a hot tub! (h

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A person performs a runner's lunge with a backbend in a gym. The text overlay reads "Runner's Lunge + Back Bend" and "Opens hips + chest," highlighting the stretch's benefits.

A person performs a forward fold with a shoulder stretch, hands interlaced behind their back, in a gym. The text overlay states "Forward Fold + Shoulder Stretch" and "Lengthens hamstrings + opens delts."

Leg Day Stretches 🏋🏼‍♀️

After hitting leg day, it’s so important to take at least a few minutes to stretch! We often want to run out of the gym and move on with our days, but stretching will help you: -Reduce back pain -Speed up recovery -Reduce muscle soreness These 3 simple stretches are my go to leg day stret

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A list of bullet points outlining steps to build a resilient body, including setting realistic goals, creating a well-rounded workout routine, prioritizing a balanced diet, ensuring adequate sleep, staying consistent, listening to the body, focusing on mental well-being, seeking professional guidance, and celebrating small victories.

Text outlining tips for 'Building Muscle at a Comfortable Weight' (progressive resistance, compound exercises, protein-rich diet, adequate sleep) and 'Losing Fat and Building Muscle' (strength training with cardio, calorie deficit, pre/post-workout protein, quality sleep).

How to address different goals🔥🧠💪🍑

✨Building Muscle at a Comfortable Weight✨ 💕Focus on progressive resistance training to challenge your muscles. 💕Incorporate compound exercises like squats and deadlifts. 💕Ensure a protein-rich diet to support muscle growth. 💕Adequate sleep is crucial for recovery and muscle development. ✨L

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