A deload is a short, planned period of recovery. When deloading you will be working out less. This can include: Shortening the time of a workout, lightening the weight and training with less intensity. You should deload when you have been consistently working out for a couple of months, if you feel demotivated or you are stuck in a training plateau. A deload can increase your gains and goals by promoting proper recovery. If you feel you are getting weaker and your joints and muscles take too long to recover then that is a sign you definitely need to take a deload.
Tip: If you are a person who uses free weights or barbells, do body weight only exercises in a deload week by varying exercise selection.
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