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  1. 04-19-2005, 09:32 PM #1
    insanepump621
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    taking a week off from lifting?

    Does anybody take a week or so off from lifting ive been lifting hardcore since janurary and i want to start a new routine so im debating whether i should take a week off and start from day 1 or just work it in?
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  2. 04-19-2005, 09:34 PM #2
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    do it, i always do after a few months or so, its good to just let your body heal totally and will help shock the muscles again when you get back to it.
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  3. 04-19-2005, 09:35 PM #3
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    Quote Originally Posted by insanepump621
    Does anybody take a week or so off from lifting ive been lifting hardcore since janurary and i want to start a new routine so im debating whether i should take a week off and start from day 1 or just work it in?

    take the week for sure! i would say after 12 weeks your body needs it!
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  4. 04-19-2005, 09:49 PM #4
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    either once every 2 or 3 months i will
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  5. 04-19-2005, 09:52 PM #5
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    Every 6-8 weeks is recommended but i usually go longer
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  6. 04-20-2005, 06:59 AM #6
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    I am on a week off now. Yes, its very good.
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  7. 04-20-2005, 07:29 AM #7
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    I seen my strength go up alot in this week period. I'm going to do it again too.
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