A top-notch fitness expert, Alyssa Olenick, tackles some major questions about tweaking your resistance training when you're running low on energy. She breaks down a science-backed approach to striking the right balance between going hard and knowing when to scale it back.

This clip particularly talks about:
• Using the RPE scale to gauge intensity and effort in strength training
• Strategies for getting an effective stimulus when feeling tired, such as reducing weight or volume
• Signs that your body needs a rest day, including under-recovery from lack of sleep, nutrition, hydration or stress
• The importance of auto-regulating and listening to your body to optimize progress

If you want to stay in the loop with the freshest takes on exercise science and be part of the discussion on how to get the best results from your resistance training, this is definitely worth a watch!

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