Why Do Some People Feel Guilty About Taking a Day Off From Exercise?

[Hazel]

Rest days are part of many fitness routines, yet some people feel they're losing progress whenever they skip a workout. This can turn exercise into another source of pressure. How do you decide when to push yourself and when to take a break?

 

[Shree]

Some people get so used to working out every day that taking a break makes them feel lazy, even when their bodies need rest. Seeing others post their workouts online can make that feeling worse. Missing one day isn’t a big deal, though. Nobody can give their best every single day.