We are all told to rest and recover, but how is that possible when you are also told to keep pushing, never give up, and work harder? How can we navigate this difficult balance between maximum effort and recovery?
The concept of recovery-stress balance suggests that we balance the amount of stressors we accumulate with an equal amount of recovery. For example, if we train for two hours, we should be balancing that with an equal amount of rest or recovery. This can seem quite difficult, especially if you have a full day of games or training followed by another. It can seem daunting or impossible to rest, but if you can engage in some type of recovery it can help to balance out your recovery-stress ratio.
Some strategies for recovery are listed, but remember, you know yourself best. There are most likely tactics you already do or have done to help rebalance all of the stressors (e.g., school, athletics, performing, relationships, etc.) you experience.
Recovery (mental, physical, emotional, spiritual, personal, professional)
When considering the balance between effort and recovery, it can be helpful to view your body as a battery or as a car. As student-athletes we need to refuel, recharge, or even sometimes go into the “shop”. As high performers, we may only have a few opportunities to rest and recover. Try to offer your body, mind, and spirit some kindness in order to recharge so you can feel energized for your next day of practice, performance, or training.
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