Have you heard the mantra "no pain, no gain"?    In this episode of “Embrace Your Real” podcast, I challenge this notion ingrained in our society, especially in the fitness world. Today, we're delving into a topic that's often underestimated but holds the key to unlocking your fitness goals: the significance of rest days. We will explore the four essential reasons why incorporating rest days is a game-changer for your body and overall well-being.     What I discuss: Your muscles need rest in order to recover. You need to avoid burnout and fatigue.  Rest days help with your hormonal balance… Burnout will lead to injury…   If you loved this episode, be sure to tune in to… Episode 350: 5 Ways to Beat Burn Out   If you want more from me, be sure to check out... Follow me on Instagram: @juliealedbetter | @embraceyourreal | @movementwithjulie Movement With Julie | App: https://sale.movementwithjulie.com/ Macro Counting Made Simple Online Academy: https://www.macrocountingmadesimple.com/ Website: www.juliealedbetter.com Get my eBook: FREE Macro Counting Ebook Amazon Storefront: Julie Ledbetter's Amazon Page