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Rest days are sometimes mistaken for an absence of training, yet they are part of the work itself. Muscles adapt (9) .......... a different pace from motivation, and both need time after repeated effort.
A well-planned rest day, (10) .......... may include gentle movement, should not become another test of discipline. Athletes (11) .......... not have to spend every free hour improving something.
(12) .......... fatigue is addressed early, small problems can become persistent ones. The best routine gives (13) .......... body enough fuel and sleep, while leaving room (14) .......... ordinary life outside sport. This balance is as important (15) .......... a demanding session, because a performer who never switches off may lose more (16) .......... fitness.