Forum Navigation
How do you guys know when it's time to pull the plug temporarily?
#1 · August 20, 2025, 8:09 pm
Has anyone here actually taken a full break from the gym for like a week or two just to reset mentally? I’ve been feeling super burned out—not physically, but just mentally drained. Training feels more like a chore lately. Not sure if I should push through or take a step back.
#2 · August 25, 2025, 5:17 pm
If it feels like a chore, step back. I’ve taken full weeks off and came back feeling better and stronger.
#3 · August 25, 2025, 6:50 pm
i do deloads every 8–10 weeks, but once in a while, i take 4–5 full rest days. mental break helps more than you think.
#4 · December 14, 2025, 3:35 pm
Sometimes I just drop volume and intensity for a week. Still show up, but take the pressure off. Works wonders.