Why I Don't Believe in Total Rest Days Anymore

Think you need to sit on the couch to recover from intense workouts? You're actually slowing down your progress. In this episode of day 115 of her maximum-effort fitness journey, Ashley Grant breaks down why active recovery days are her secret weapon for anyone training hard multiple days a week. She also shares how gentle movement like walking or yoga can speed up recovery, prevent stiffness, and keep your nervous system from getting fried. She discusses her own strategy for balancing seven-day training weeks with smart recovery that keeps momentum going without adding pressure or intensity. Whether you're hitting the gym daily or just starting to increase your workout frequency, this quick episode might change how you think about rest.

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