Recovery is needed so that you can come back strong with enough energy and jointrelated reserves to train effectively in your next session. Dr. Schoenfeld suggests that muscles benefit from approximately 48 hours of rest. Older adults generally need more recovery and may benefit from a splitbody workout that rotates between upper and lowerbody routines on alternate days.

Several factors aid a muscle's recovery, including being recreationally active, hot baths, massage, foam rolling, and getting sufficient protein. In this clip, Dr. Brad Schoenfeld discusses the importance of recovery in building muscle mass and strength.

Interview published on Dec 6, 2022

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