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Nov 2021
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Rest Week: Why Taking Breaks From Exerci...

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Does the thought of skipping out on regularly scheduled workouts bring on a sense of guilt? Get-Fit Guy, Dr. Jonathan Su, explains why regular week-long breaks from exercise can actually help improve your fitness.

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