It seems simple. When you feel tired, you need to sleep. However, other signs that you need to get more rest may be less clear. Besides feeling tired or drowsy or seeing dark circles under your eyes, ...

In the world of fitness, we often hear phrases like "No pain, no gain" or "Push harder!" While discipline is important, so is knowing when to stop. Ignoring your body’s need for rest can lead to ...

Being competitive has been part of my DNA since childhood. In my adult years, I still struggle with putting my natural drive towards intensity to rest, which can be an issue when it comes to workouts.

Rest days are an important part of any workout routine, since they help you to save your energy for future training days. But what counts as rest, exactly—do you need to avoid all exercise? I’ll break ...

As back-to-school routines kick in, here’s how to reset your sleep schedule with small, science-backed habits — and finally get the restorative rest your brain and body need. LA Times Studios may earn ...

Americans are not getting enough sleep, and it’s starting to take a toll on our health. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), adults across the country are sleeping less ...

When you picture the typical high-intensity interval training (HIIT) workout, a handful of go-to exercises likely come to mind: burpees, squats, lunges, mountain climbers, jumping rope, and sprints on ...

You’ve been living on four hours of sleep, surviving on coffee and willpower, and wearing your exhaustion like a badge of honor. The hustle culture told you that rest is for the weak and that grinding ...

Kaplan is the author of many popular books including the New York Times bestseller The Gratitude Diaries and her new book What Your Body Knows About Happiness. She is the former editor-in-chief of ...