Do you ever do tough workouts on Sundays?
I used to do tough workouts on Sundays all the time. In fact, I used to lead a Sports Conditioning workout on Sunday mornings back in the day.
However, I stopped doing tough workouts on Sundays years ago.
These days, my Sunday “workout” consists of 30-60 minutes of mobility work (using a massage gun, lacrosse ball, PVC pipe, and other mobility tools) and deep stretching.
I also like to go for leisurely walks outside on Sundays.
Other than an occasional special event, I rarely lift weights, run, or do anything physically demanding on Sundays.
If you are like me and you train hard during the week, it’s important to take at least one recovery day each week.
Sunday makes for a great recovery day, although you could certainly choose another day each week instead.
When you give your body and mind a break on Sundays, you show up stronger on Monday. You also reduce your chances of over-training.
About the Author
Pete Leibman is a well-being and peak performance expert and the Founder of Arlington Sports Conditioning (ASC). Over the last 15+ years, Pete has helped thousands of people get faster, stronger, and fitter. Pete is the author of two books and more than 300 articles. His work has been featured through Fox, CBS, Fortune, Business Insider, and many others.
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