For many of us, summer and vacation are calling. It’s time to hit pause and let the off-season begin.
But hold up! The off-season isn’t a break from training; it’s part of it. And maybe… it’s the most important— certainly the most enjoyable — part of our lifelong fitness journey.
It’s where recovery happens. Where muscles rebuild. And where your next big goal quietly takes shape.
In this edition of Polar Journal, we dive into the art of slowing down with purpose. Because resting well is training smart.
Read Polar Journal #11 – The Off-Season Issue
In this issue:
How to Optimize Your Off-Season Training
Summer Mode On: Your Guide to Beach Sports Fun
What the Nervous System Tells Us About Recovery
From Sore to Strong this Off-Season
The Invisible Damage of Marathoning

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Please note that the information provided in the Polar Blog articles cannot replace individual advice from health professionals. Please consult your physician before starting a new fitness program.