68: Recovery Secrets: Your Guide to Rest Days, Creatine, and Deload Weeks

The Tara Talk

Are you like I used to be, hitting the gym relentlessly day after day? Looking back, not taking enough rest days in my younger years is one of my biggest fitness regrets. That’s why, in this episode of Tara Talk, I share how smart recovery through mobility work, stretching, and gentle movement actually improves your results.

I also break down everything you need to know about strategic deload weeks and dive into the science of creatine. If you've been wondering whether this supplement is right for you, I walk you through all the details, from dosage to benefits. Tune into the full episode to learn exactly how to implement these techniques into your routine.

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What I Discuss:

(01:04) Importance of Recovery and Creatine

(09:08) The Benefits of Creatine Supplementation

(21:39) The Benefits of Deload Weeks

(30:42) Personalized Strength Training Programs