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4. Better sleep
Aside from feeling fatigued, overdoing your workouts can have a huge impact on the quality of your sleep. Ultra-marathon runner Dean Karnazes talked told Fitbit exercising too much makes your body restless, so it’s difficult to get a solid night of sleep. That’s especially problematic for guys interested in bulking up. Bodybuilding.com said sleep increases growth hormone, which is crucial for developing strong muscles.
On a more practical note, taking a day off frees up time to catch a little more shut-eye. If your strenuous gym sessions are cutting into the amount of time you’re spending in bed, it might be time to rethink your training program.