05/01/2026
Resting is relative because everyone has a different level of activity.
A lot of times when people get hurt, they’re told to just stop and wait for it to heal. And yes, sometimes that’s appropriate. But most of the time, resting doesn’t have to mean doing nothing.
If your shoulder is hurting, does that mean you can’t walk, run, or train your lower body? Probably not.
Every case is different, but the goal is usually to maintain the highest level of fitness possible with the least amount of modification necessary, while choosing movements that feel safe.
That way, the injured area has space to heal while the rest of your body keeps getting all the benefits of staying active.
Rehab doesn’t always mean stopping. Sometimes it just means adjusting.