Rest is essential. People who make true rest—not just sleep—part of their everyday routine have better outcomes across different aspects of their health. Their sleep quality is better, life ...

You need rest for your mental, physical, and emotional health. And it takes more than just getting good sleep. Here’s how to redefine and discover what rest actually means for you. When was the last ...

I'm the first woman in my family to go to college, have control over my finances and career, have agency over my body and choose whether to have children, and how many. Honoring my ancestors' wildest ...

The pressure to be constantly productive and efficient can feel inescapable—especially for high-achieving professionals. I have worked with many people who have had highly successful careers, but the ...

Sometimes it’s hard to know when to stop. But, when it comes to exercise, the experts agree, taking a rest day is essential for both the body and the mind. “You can only train as hard as you recover,” ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. Rest days are an ...