In an ideal world, we would never miss any of our workouts. However, life, work, family, school, holidays, trips, and other commitments can get in the way and make it difficult to do everything we planned. So, what should you do when you miss a workout? Here are four options to consider when this happens:
1. Work Out on a “Rest Day” Instead:
If your schedule is flexible, you can try to make up the missed workout on a day that was originally planned as a rest day. For example, if you missed a Lower Body B workout on a Friday, you can do it on Saturday instead. This way, you maintain the overall balance of your workout split and do not create any issues with recovery or overlap.
2. Make It Up on Your Next Scheduled Workout Day:
If your schedule is not flexible enough to move workouts around, you can choose to do the missed workout on your next scheduled workout day. This involves shifting your other workouts over, but it can help maintain the overall structure of your workout split.
3. Just Miss It and Move On:
If you rarely miss workouts, it’s okay to allow yourself to just miss the workout and move on with your life. As long as you get back on track with your next scheduled workout, missing one workout occasionally will not significantly impact your progress.
4. Fix the Underlying Cause of the Missed Workouts:
If you find yourself missing workouts often, it’s important to address the underlying reasons for these missed sessions. This could involve making adjustments to your workout schedule to make it more convenient for you, such as changing the number of workout days or the days themselves.
Ultimately, the best approach to take when you miss a workout depends on your specific workout split, schedule flexibility, and the frequency of missed workouts. By considering these options and addressing any underlying issues, you can effectively manage missed workouts and stay on track with your fitness goals.
