take a true day off...

today, i decided not to do anything... no lifting, no cardio. this is the first full day off for me in as long as i can remember (maybe the day and 2 days after i had my hip replaced in january...).

my typical split is 4 days with an occasional 5th day as cardio only:

day 1: shoulders/traps
day 2: back
day 3: chest/tris
day 4: legs

i've been doing my version of hit and am now on cycle and seeing really good results. all the wise men here say days off are important. intellectually i believe it, it's just hard for me gut to get around it. working out hard every day just feels right.

all that being said, i'm now 52 and injuries are a constant risk and i'm always nursing something. i'm going to (seriously) try giving the day off/cycle a shot and seeing how it goes. maybe i too can acquire some wisdom.

happy day off to fellow wise men!