It is recommended that you allow one rest or recovery day for every five to seven days of competition. At the end of a season, however, you need to have a minimum of two weeks of complete rest. Not allowing enough rest time will increase risk of injury. You need to make sure that you give the body enough time to recharge after a season of intense competitive play.
It is recommended that you allow one rest or recovery day for every
five to seven days of competition. At the end of a season, however,
you need to have a minimum of two weeks of complete rest. Not
allowing enough rest time will increase...
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National Academy of Sports Medicine answered:It is recommended that you allow one rest or recovery day for every five to seven days of competition. At the end of a season, however, you need to have a minimum of two weeks of complete rest. Not allowing enough rest time will increase risk of injury. You need to make sure that you give the body enough time to recharge after a season of intense competitive play.
