If they are truly low intensity, then it makes sense that they’ll help. It’s not universal, but it is common to feel a little sluggish with full-on rest.
Core also shouldn’t be a problem.
Rest Days & Active Recovery
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Hi
Do folks consider exceptionally low intensity activities like a 2×30 min bike commute as a good thing for Rest Days ?
I find a day doing no activity leaves my legs and muscles tighter and my mental state less rested than after a day that includes 30 min rides to / from work (virtual bike rides these days 🙂 ).
I also like to add in some restorative yoga and roll ball massage late in the day.
I’ve also seen reference to doing core workouts on rest days – but will that create a training stimulus and be counter productive ?
– Garret
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