Muscle to Mush?

Good news.

The fear of our hard earned muscles turning to mush after a missed workout and an extra beer (or 7) can be put to rest, for the fear - like many fears in life - is unfounded.

Contrary to popular belief, your muscles DO NOT disintegrate into dribbling mush when you stop training. A recent study showed that even after six weeks of inactivity, power only slightly diminished and there was no substantial loss of size nor strength. Technically, you could go almost an entire summer without hitting the gym...

HOWEVER! I do not recommend remaining dormant on the  beach with a never-ending markarita in hand. Take advantage of the warmer weather and go for swims, bike rides and games of sport...these activities will definitely help retain muscle tone; and, once the fall breeze arrives, you'll be hyped to head back to the weights, having enjoyed the mental and physical break from the gym.

...and who knows? Perhaps after having been M.I.A. at the gym all summer, you'll be treated as fresh meat once again: BONUS!