SLOW IT DOWN SUNDAY
Today we are all about rest and relaxation. You've kicked some major a$$ this week and you deserve this rest day!
On your day off, you can either take the day completely off, or I'd suggest getting in some foam rolling, stretching, meditation or even some light yoga or therapy work. I'd recommend performing 20 to 30 minutes of stretching exercises.
Here are some of my favorites for rest days:
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Crossover Symmetry (I highly recommend the Hip Halo and Shoulder systems. You can use these prior to your workouts, you can also find these products on my Amazon page.)
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Gaia Yoga (Rodney Yee's yoga programs are some of my fav's!)
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Take a leisurely stroll or low intensity walking on the treadmill... but really, get outdoors and breathe some fresh air!
Check out some of these yoga videos from YouTube for back pain:
Yoga For Your Back: Strength, Recover, & Tone
Yoga For Back Pain: 20 Minute Stretch, Sciatica Pain, & Flexibility
Yoga For Back Pain: Yoga Basics
Yin Yoga For Low Back & Hip Pain
Back Pain & Sciatica Relief: Your Daily Yoga Miracle Therapy
Upper Back Love: Yoga For Back Pain
Yoga For Back Pain: 30 Minute Back Stretch, Sciatica Pain, & Flexibility Yoga Flow