03/15/2026
Muscle repair takes place up to 48 hours post-workout. Eating the right foods to support this repair ensures the muscles have the nutrients they need to grow.
On a rest day, you should generally consume maintenance calories or slightly fewer (a 5-10% reduction) than training days, as you likely burn 300-500 fewer calories.
Let go of the guilt today if you feel bad you didn’t exercise. Recovery is part of a healthy workout program.
