Friday, June 26, 2020

10 common fears of a new undergraduate

Youve been accepted to your chosen school and youre about to become an undergraduate student—congratulations! Entering student life is an exciting time but it may also seem a little scary. Youre new to university life, an unfamiliar city, and a whole new world. But dont panic – everyone is new at some point. In case you see the beginning of your uni life as a daunting prospect, heres a list of ten things you might be worrying about along with the reasons why you have no reason to worry at all. 1. Will I make friends? Youll quickly realize that everyone is just as new (and as nervous) as you are. Fear not, my friend! Youre not alone.  As a new student at Hult, youll be attending Orientation Week in September. This is a time when Hult welcomes all new incomers, you get to know the school, and meet many new people. Tons of friends are made in this first week so take advantage of this opportunity. Go and talk to people—ask where theyre from, learn about their interests, and you might just find that you have something in common. In class, join the class discussions, make an effort to get to know your group members, and soon youll all be friends. In case youre still seeking new friendships, Hult has clubs and societies you can join where youll meet people that share your interests. Get ready to discover new places and embrace the hustle and bustle that life in a city brings. 2. I want to stay close to my family and friends Now that you have your new friends, another concern might enter your mind: will I keep my old ones? Well, that all depends on you. Most friends you will keep and some friendships may become weakened that’s life. But don’t worry, both friends and family can be contacted easily on Whatsapp, FaceTime, Skype, Facebook, Instagram, etc. In this century, theres no excuse! And of course, theres always an opportunity for them to come and visit you in your chosen city. 3. How will I get around a new city? Get ready to discover new places and embrace the hustle and bustle that life in a city brings. Moving around a city is easier than you might think. You have maps and local apps that will help you get around using public transport and the best routes. Being new to the city, Id recommend traveling in groups during the first couple of months until you feel comfortable enough to go on your own—although, getting lost is sometimes the best way to get to know a city! The best way of getting better at something is to practice. 4. What if my English isnt good enough? If you worry about your English not being good enough, don’t. If youve been offered a place at Hult, your English has to be good enough. Hult does offer English support to those who need it, if youre feeling like you need some extra support. My tip for you: take advantage of all the language support youll receive and try to speak in English as much as possible to everyone, even if they speak your own language (because someone will). The best way of getting better at something is to practice. 5. Will I cope with the workload? This is something that many people worry about, but its all down to organizing yourself and your workload. One way to make sure you stay on top of everything is to have clear due dates and exam dates—dont lose track! Have an agenda or schedule where you can organize your workload and stick to a plan. Also, working a little bit every day is much easier and effective than attempting to do it all in one night. Moreover, attend all of your classes and ask for help from your classmates and/or professors if youre struggling with anything—theyll be able to help you get back on track. Its time to feel free responsible, independent, and mature. 6. Will I have enough money? Money makes the world go around. For this reason, looking into financials is important. Living in a new city on your own, you may be tempted to spend your money on many things your new home has to offer. But watch out! Its important that you don’t overspend. Some tips for this is to establish a monthly budget  to distinguish between needs and treats–maybe get an app to manage your spending. If you want to make some extra money, look for a part-time job (if you are not on a Tier-4 visa) and get that extra cash in your pocket. 7. Ive never lived on my own before Stepping into university also means living on your own–no more parents to rely on to look after you every day. Embrace it! Its time to feel free, responsible, independent, and mature. A good choice for first year students is to live in student accommodation. This option provides a protected environment where you can live as independently as you wish. Student accommodation is full of students just like you that are also living on their own for the first time and can support you in this new adventure. But don’t forget, living on your own implies doing your own cleaning and grocery shopping, which leads me to point 8 8. Im not a great cook Well, neither am I. Going to university is a crash-course in cooking (or ordering) food. To make sure that you don’t live on KFC for the whole year, ask your parents or friends for some of their recipes. Ask them to teach you how to cook the basics before you arrive on campus. Trust me, this will save you from expensive bills from having to order food delivery. Once youre settled, you can buy food from a supermarket and bring a healthy lunch with you to campus if you don’t want to fall into the habit of eating and buying fast food. In this regard, try and exercise during the week–doing it with friends is even better! Physical health is essential while you study, so get those cooking skills mastered and find the best place to exercise. 9. Will I be able to continue with my hobbies? Big cities offer many things to see and do, and you shouldnt lose out on your interests because they are what make us unique. In order to prevent this, Hult offers a great variety of clubs and societies that can help you continue your hobbies. If you don’t find one that suits you, you can always establish your own! Make sure you manage your time so you can fit the things you like doing into your schedule. If you practice sports, look into sports clubs in the city before arriving on campus so that you can join them from day one. 10. Will I be able to adjust to student life? Each person adjusts at their own pace, so don’t worry if it takes you longer than others to feel comfortable in your new city. Make sure you talk to staff, faculty, and friends if you ever need any support. Being a student myself, Id say its important to understand from the beginning that youll be immersed within a new culture and a different environment, so don’t expect things to be the same as at home. Find what makes you comfortable and go from there. With this, your things to worry about list should be almost empty with perhaps one last concern: how to make the most out of your freshman year. Simply: give 120% in class, join as many clubs and societies as you like, attend events on campus, make friends from all over the world, discover the city, have fun, and be as open minded as you possibly can be. Get excited about this new chapter—youll be just fine. Curious to find out more about the experiences that await you as a student at Hults global campuses?  Request a brochure.1535710682943 --> Kickstart your career with Hults undergraduate business school. To find out more, take a look at our blog Choosing your school: Is it time to get out of your comfort zone? Download a brochure or get in touch today to find out how Hult can help you to learn about the business world, the future, and yourself. Hult Rotation offers you a chance to study in a truly global way. Our rotation program allows you to study and be immersed in some of the finest cities in the world. 📠¸: @jasminmanzano . Hult Rotation offers you a chance to study in a truly global way. Our rotation program allows you to study and be immersed in some of the finest cities in the world. 📠¸: @jasminmanzano . Each year, Hult seeks to enroll a talented and ambitious incoming class from all over the world. We look for diverse students with a wide range of experiences, perspectives, and interests—students who will thrive in our unique educational atmosphere. Are you ready for a truly global experience? 📠¸: @iambrunadiniz . Each year, Hult seeks to enroll a talented and ambitious incoming class from all over the world. We look for diverse students with a wide range of experiences, perspectives, and interests—students who will thrive in our unique educational atmosphere. Are you ready for a truly global experience? 📠¸: @iambrunadiniz . We’re excited to start 2020 on a ranking high! Hult is proud to have been placed #28 in Poets Quants 2020 rankings for Best Undergraduate Business Schools in the US. Taking a huge leap of 32 places from our 2019 position, we’re also very happy to have secured top positions in key categories like: life-changing experience, practicality of the degree, and global immersion. . With five global campuses, a student body of over 130 nationalities, and a learn-by-doing approach—Hult offers a student experience like no other. . We’re excited to start 2020 on a ranking high! Hult is proud to have been placed #28 in Poets Quants 2020 rankings for Best Undergraduate Business Schools in the US. Taking a huge leap of 32 places from our 2019 position, we’re also very happy to have secured top positions in key categories like: life-changing experience, practicality of the degree, and global immersion. . With five global campuses, a student body of over 130 nationalities, and a learn-by-doing approach—Hult offers a student experience like no other. . â€Å"I’m from an engineering background and needed a whole new skill set for the industry I wanted to switch to. I learned a lot about myself and how I deal with being out of my comfort zone. I learned both soft and hard skills, from how to work in very diverse teams to key accounting metrics and strategy. I was surprised by how weak I was at certain tasks in English or how strong I actually was in other areas. Hult gave me opportunities to try new things and meet people from places I never thought I would have friends. . My internship experiences gave me the chance to broaden my view of different cultures and different companies. I had the opportunity to work and live with people whose values differed from people in my home country. I thought that this would be difficult, but it gave me the chance to reflect on my own values and assess if they were a result of my home country environment or if they were intrinsically mine. . Diederick ter Kulve (@diederick.terkulve) Netherlands Masters in International Business . â€Å"I’m from an engineering background and needed a whole new skill set for the industry I wanted to switch to. I learned a lot about myself and how I deal with being out of my comfort zone. I learned both soft and hard skills, from how to work in very diverse teams to key accounting metrics and strategy. I was surprised by how weak I was at certain tasks in English or how strong I actually was in other areas. Hult gave me opportunities to try new things and meet people from places I never thought I would have friends. . My internship experiences gave me the chance to broaden my view of different cultures and different companies. I had the opportunity to work and live with people whose values differed from people in my home country. I thought that this would be difficult, but it gave me the chance to reflect on my own values and assess if they were a result of my home country environment or if they were intrinsically mine. . Diederick ter Kulve (@diederick.terkulve) Netherlands Masters in International Business . Say a big hello to our Bachelor of Business Administration program cover star, Elisa Orus Plana âÅ" ¨ . â€Å"I’m excited for the future—especially that I cant predict whats going to happen. Maybe Ill end up in Mexico working for a trading company or maybe in Africa, developing my own business. Everything is possible, and the options are constantly changing. I love the idea that Im never going to be stuck doing the same job until the end of my life if I dont want it to be like this. . Hult really supports me and my ambitions and truly believes that we deserve to be considered as professionals as well as students. Here, I get to express not just my opinions but all elements of myself. From my creative side with the Fashion Society to my finance and business sides in Trading Club and the Management Consulting Club. We get a different type of learning here. Not just essential knowledge and theory, but practical skills and mindset. The school is always evolving. We’re encouraged to innovate and to always look for new ways of doing traditional things. We learn how to be more confident and become aware of how we can impact our environment. The school aims to help you become a better version of yourself and to stand out from the crowd.â€Å" . Elisa Orus Plana French Bachelor of Business Administration Class of 2021 Say a big hello to our Bachelor of Business Administration program cover star, Elisa Orus Plana âÅ" ¨ . â€Å"I’m excited for the future—especially that I cant predict whats going to happen. Maybe Ill end up in Mexico working for a trading company or maybe in Africa, developing my own business. Everything is possible, and the options are constantly changing. I love the idea that Im never going to be stuck doing the same job until the end of my life if I dont want it to be like this. . Hult really supports me and my ambitions and truly believes that we deserve to be considered as professionals as well as students. Here, I get to express not just my opinions but all elements of myself. From my creative side with the Fashion Society to my finance and business sides in Trading Club and the Management Consulting Club. We get a different type of learning here. Not just essential knowledge and theory, but practical skills and mindset. The school is always evolving. We’re encouraged to innovate and to always look for new ways of doing traditional things. We learn how to be more confident and become aware of how we can impact our environment. The school aims to help you become a better version of yourself and to stand out from the crowd.â€Å" . Elisa Orus Plana French Bachelor of Business Administration Class of 2021"> During the final days of 2019, you probably reflected on what you’ve accomplished this year—and even this decade—and what you’d like to achieve in 2020. Let us know in the comments below. During the final days of 2019, you probably reflected on what you’ve accomplished this year—and even this decade—and what you’d like to achieve in 2020. Let us know in the comments below. â€Å"The first time we did group work on the program, I went head-to-head with a colleague. It taught me a lot about how I see people, how people see me, and how conflict can be resolved in a kind and productive way. The best feedback you get, when delivered constructively, is the most critical because it really feeds into how you lead. I’ve completely reversed my leadership style—the result is so much richer and more powerful when you lead from behind and lead with strength. . Studying in tandem with working, whilst challenging, gave me the perfect platform to directly apply learning concepts into my business environment, the competitive landscape, and the real-estate industry as a whole. When I started the program, I was very happy in my corporate role. But my courage and aspirations grew to the point that I took on a whole new direction. Having my career coach, Joanna, as a sounding board allowed me to really be strategic and get to know myself. She coached me thro ugh all the interviews, the research, and the questions. It went in parallel with what I was doing academically and after six months everything just clicked. . I went into the EMBA knowing I had nothing to lose and I’ve come out with everything. Great strength, global friends, amazing learning, mentors from professors, a job I love, and the knowledge that I can set my mind to achieve anything and with the right support and resources I’ll get there.† . Kashani Wijetunga British, New Zealand Sri Lankan Associate Director Senior Strategy Consultant CBRE EMBA Class of 2019 . â€Å"The first time we did group work on the program, I went head-to-head with a colleague. It taught me a lot about how I see people, how people see me, and how conflict can be resolved in a kind and productive way. The best feedback you get, when delivered constructively, is the most critical because it really feeds into how you lead. I’ve completely reversed my leadership style—the result is so much richer and more powerful when you lead from behind and lead with strength. . Studying in tandem with working, whilst challenging, gave me the perfect platform to directly apply learning concepts into my business environment, the competitive landscape, and the real-estate industry as a whole. When I started the program, I was very happy in my corporate role. But my courage and aspirations grew to the point that I took on a whole new direction. Having my career coach, Joanna, as a sounding board allowed me to really be strategic and get to know myself. She coached me thro ugh all the interviews, the research, and the questions. It went in parallel with what I was doing academically and after six months everything just clicked. . I went into the EMBA knowing I had nothing to lose and I’ve come out with everything. Great strength, global friends, amazing learning, mentors from professors, a job I love, and the knowledge that I can set my mind to achieve anything and with the right support and resources I’ll get there.† . Kashani Wijetunga British, New Zealand Sri Lankan Associate Director Senior Strategy Consultant CBRE EMBA Class of 2019 . â€Å"It was now or never. I knew that I’d have likely stayed in my neighborhood for years to come if I didn’t take this opportunity. I’d not lived or studied outside of the U.S. before. So I left my job as a global strategist at an advertising agency and moved halfway around the world. I’ve come back a more culturally aware, well-versed person. I’ve realized that everything is a learning experience and an opportunity for growth. Ill definitely carry this mindset with me into the future. Technology and social media allow us to be different people in several places at once. Im excited to see how I can establish myself in whatever city Ill be lucky enough to call home and still maintain deep connections with people all over the world. I’m inspired by my classmates every day. Hearing some of their life stories and how getting this degree fits into their greater mission has been very humbling. My biggest challenge has been finding the ‘right’ path for me. There have been rooms Ive felt like I shouldnt be in, but now Im proud to feel as though I truly belong, wherever I am.† . Dwayne Logan, Jnr. American MBA Class of 2019 . â€Å"It was now or never. I knew that I’d have likely stayed in my neighborhood for years to come if I didn’t take this opportunity. I’d not lived or studied outside of the U.S. before. So I left my job as a global strategist at an advertising agency and moved halfway around the world. I’ve come back a more culturally aware, well-versed person. I’ve realized that everything is a learning experience and an opportunity for growth. Ill definitely carry this mindset with me into the future. Technology and social media allow us to be different people in several places at once. Im excited to see how I can establish myself in whatever city Ill be lucky enough to call home and still maintain deep connections with people all over the world. I’m inspired by my classmates every day. Hearing some of their life stories and how getting this degree fits into their greater mission has been very humbling. My biggest challenge has been finding the ‘right’ path for me. There have been rooms Ive felt like I shouldnt be in, but now Im proud to feel as though I truly belong, wherever I am.† . Dwayne Logan, Jnr. American MBA Class of 2019 . Happy New Year, Hultians! . Happy New Year, Hultians! .

Monday, May 25, 2020

Reflection Paper On The Hunting Ground - 846 Words

The Hunting Ground Film Reflection Paper Lucas Segura PHLS 301 10/6/2017 The Hunting Ground documentary is about the existence and prevalence of sexual assault culture in many colleges and universities. The issues surrounding the rape culture in universities is, they are not taking enough action on protecting the students. The film/filmmakers display the reason for the prevalence of sexual assault on American campuses. With the culture of rape in colleges, there also must be a counter-culture, to stop these sexual assaults. It covers many perspectives and stories from those affected by sexual assault and rape during their college careers. To me this was truly a disheartening documentary, my heart hurt for these women and I truly†¦show more content†¦Many people have gone after those involved with the creation of the documentary and those who used it as a platform to tell their stories. The argument is that testimonies of victims are inaccurate and that facts have been misrepresented. However, the filmmakers were adamant about including statistics to support their claims. As someone heading to college that seemed to be one of the scarier sides of the documentary. However, as scary as it is, it is important to stay educated about the subject and have a deep understanding of whats going on behind the cover-up that college administrations have put up. Many high school students are not aware of the reality of the statistics, not because they are naive, rather because of the lack of reporting or the lack of attention given to a case. According to the documentary, one in every five women are sexually assaulted in college, 27.7% of female college seniors have experienced unwanted sex, and as of today, 11.5% enrolled students have been raped. If this matter is not taken more seriously, 100,000 students will be sexually assaulted in the next academic year. These are critical statistics because most students probably believe that it will never be them. However, this is proof that it can be anyone, no matter who it is, it is the thing that you will expect the least. As a senior, college administrations have been my go-to for the past couple months. They wereShow MoreRelatedColonial Survival, Prosperity, and Entitlement in the New World1450 Words   |  6 Pagesdisease soon followed in the wake of the traders, and violent warfare broke out between tribes over access to hunting grounds†¦Indians grew dependent upon European suppliers.† (Faragher 39-40) With France engaging the financial benefits of the northern section of the New World and Spanish and Portuguese trading in the central and southern sections, England saw fit to join the fray. â€Å"In a state paper written for the queen, the scholar Richard Hakluyt summarized the advantages that would come from the colonies:Read MoreCatoctin Mountain Review Essay1481 Words   |  6 Pagesfull disclosure of estimated fiscal costs for each action. 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Monday, May 18, 2020

Myths About Obama - The 5 Wackiest Myths About Obama

If you believe everything you read in your email inbox, Barack Obama is a Muslim born in Kenya who is ineligible to serve as U.S. president and he even charters private jets at taxpayer expense so the family dog Bo can go on vacation in luxury. And then there is the truth. No other modern president, it seems, has been the subject of so many outrageous and malicious fabrications. The myths about Obama live on through the years, mostly in chain emails forwarded endlessly across the Internet, despite being debunked over and over again. Here is a look at five of the silliest myths about Obama: 1. Obama is Muslim. False. He is a Christian. Obama was baptized at Chicagos Trinity United Church of Christ in 1988. And he has spoken and written often about his faith in Christ. Rich, poor, sinner, saved, you needed to embrace Christ precisely because you had sins to wash away - because you were human, he wrote in his memoir, The Audacity of Hope. ... Kneeling beneath that cross on the South Side of Chicago, I felt Gods spirit beckoning me. I submitted myself to His will, and dedicated myself to discovering His truth, Obama wrote. And yet nearly one in five Americans - 18 percent - believe Obama is a Muslim, according to an August 2010 survey conducted by The Pew Forum on Religion and Public Life. The are wrong. 2. Obama Nixes National Day of Prayer Numerous widely circulated emails claim President Barack Obama refused to recognize the National Day of Prayer after taking office in January of 2009. Oh Our wonderful president is at it again .... he has cancelled the national day of prayer that is held at the white house every year .... sure glad I wasnt fooled into voting for him! one email begins. Thats false. Obama issued proclamations setting the National Day of Prayer in both 2009 and 2010. 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Obama Was Born in Kenya Numerous conspiracy theories claim that Obama was born in Kenya and not Hawaii, and that because he was not born here he was not eligible to serve as president.The silly rumors grew so loud, however, that Obama released a copy of his certificate of live birth during the presidential campaign in 2007. Smears claiming Barack Obama doesnt have a birth certificate arent actually about that piece of paper - theyre about manipulating people into thinking Barack is not an American citizen, the campaign said. The truth is, Barack Obama was born in the state of Hawaii in 1961, a native citizen of the United States of America. The documents prove he was born in Hawaii. Though some believe the records are phony. 5. Obama Charters Plane for the Family Dog Uh, no. 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Thursday, May 14, 2020

Essay about Civil war - 1306 Words

Causes amp; Results of the Civil War The Civil War, in U.S. history, was a conflict that pitted the Northern states of the American Union against the Southern states. The war raged for 4 years (1861-65) and was marked by some of the fiercest military campaigns of modern history. Large armies were involved in large movements, and entire populations were engaged in supporting the war efforts of both sides. The war had international impact, not only because of the growing international stature of the United States, but also because war threatened world access to the Souths cotton. Britain and France had particular interest in the wars outcome, but other nations were also affected by it. The chief and immediate cause of the war was†¦show more content†¦Very few settled in the South. The South, resisting industrialization, manufactured little. Almost all manufactured goods had to be imported. Southerners therefore opposed high tariffs, or taxes that were placed on imported goods and increased the price of manufactured articles. The manufacturing economy of the North, on the other hand, demanded high tariffs to protect its own products from cheap foreign competition. Before the Civil War, the federal government’s chief source of revenue was the tariff. There were few other sources of revenue. The tariff paid for most improvements made by the federal government, such as roads, turnpikes, and canals. To keep tariffs low, the South preferred to do without these improvements. The expanding Northwest Territory, which was made up of the present-day states of Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, Wisconsin, and part of Minnesota, was far from the markets for its grain and cattle. It needed such internal improvements for survival, and so supported the Northeast’s demands for high tariffs. 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Many Years Ago People Have Wonder About Witches And What

Many years ago people have wonder about witches and what they do. Salem, Massachusetts held one of the biggest witch trials in history since 1692 but yet have never found the rea-son why it was started in the first place. Researchers have discovered some information about those witches throughout the years. Still they have not figured out what was the whole rea-son behind the trials in 1692 and after those trials a lot more trials were more secretive unlike the Salem witches tri-als in 1692. New England, home of the biggest witches in all of histo-ry. Many wonder could it have been that England influence all of witchcraft in 1692 during or maybe even before the Salem trials. New England has had many witch trials way before the Salem trials†¦show more content†¦Except New England never made it such a big thing like how Sa-lem handles it. These trials in Salem were never done the proper way because the girls would just call out random people and those victims were sent it jail or hanged. 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A Comparative Study Recruitment Process Outsourcing and...

A COMPARATIVE STUDY: RECRUITMENT PROCESS OUTSOURCING AND IN-HOUSE RECRUITMENT Recruitment is an important part of an organization’s human resource planning and their competitive strength. Competent human resources at the right positions in the organization are a vital resource and can be a core competency or a strategic advantage for it. The objective of the recruitment process is to obtain the number and quality of employees in order to help the organization to achieve its goals and objectives. With the same objective, recruitment helps to create a pool of prospective employees for the organization so that the management can select the right candidate for the right job from this pool. According to Edwin B. Flippo, â€Å"Recruitment is†¦show more content†¦Ã¯â€š § Uncertain Response: he candidates from outside may not be suitable for the enterprise. There is no guarantee that the enterprise will be able to attract right kind of people from external sources. Recruitment process Recruitment process involves a systematic procedure from sourcing the candidates to arranging and conducting the interviews. A general recruitment process is as follows: 1. Identify vacancy 2. Prepare job description and person specification 3. Advertising the vacancy 4. Managing the response 5. Short-listing 6. Arrange interviews 7. Conducting interview and decision making The recruitment process is immediately followed by the selection process i.e. the final interviews and the decision making, conveying the decision and the appointment formalities.The procedure of selection varies from organization to origination. The number of steps in the procedure and the sequence of steps also vary. Every organization designs a selection procedure that suits its requirements. However the main steps or stages that could be incorporated in the selection procedure are as under. 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Informative essay/Weight training free essay sample

Informative Essay Overtraining Do you like the saying of no days off? Ever heard the statement rest is for the weak? You might have even heard that the more you work out the better results youll get. You may push your self to the limit every time you work out, but ever think of giving your body a rest week to recover? Most athletes know that getting enough rest after exercise is essential to high-level performance, but many still over train and feel remorseful when they take a day off. People need to know that that rest is important. They need to discover how beneficial rest is for your body when training. There is even a proper rest period between sets when weight training. The body repairs and strengthens itself in the time between workouts, and through rest days. Continuous training without rest can actually weaken the strongest athletes. Rest is more important than you think. We will write a custom essay sample on Informative essay/Weight training or any similar topic specifically for you Do Not WasteYour Time HIRE WRITER Only 13.90 / page According to Shape. com there are nine main reason why sometimes skipping your workout could actually be Just as important as going to the gym that day; its time to take a workout timeout. While its important to work your muscles and stimulate muscle-building proteins, its equally as important o give your body enough time to recover. The main reason is why a rest day is the best day is lifting weights creates tiny tears in your muscles. You break down your body when you train. miour energy stores are depleted, your muscles and other tissues are broken down and your body is in a worn-out state. (Rest and Recovery) When you give your body a day to rest and recuperate your muscles repair and heal during that rest period. This repair process is what makes your muscles stronger. It allows your body and mind to recapture what it has lost when working out. Rest days llow your body to rejuvenate mentally, physically and psychologically. Each muscle you exercise needs a certain type of rest. Your whole body needs rest in general; if rest for the entire body does not happen large amounts of stress can build up and leading the body into an over-trained state. Some ways to make sure your body gets enough rest are to schedule rest weeks. One whole week of rest every 4-5 weeks is great for your body. Youll gain more strength by scaling back your lifting routine one week each month. In the 3-month study, men who halved their training volume the inal week of each month boosted their strength by 29 percent. (Shape Magazine) If you absolutely have to go to the gym, take it easy, do fewer reps in your workouts, and preform less intense workouts this will leave your body feeling more refreshed and awake after your workout. Rest between sets in your workout is Just as important as taking a week off in your training. The amount of time you rest between sets can have a major impact on the exercise youre doing affects your body. Re st too long and your workouts lose intensity; rest too little and you burn out too quickly. Lippincott Williams Wilkins studies have found that testosterone are produced in higher levels when you allow your body to rest for a short interval of time during sets to get the boost you want. There are many theories on how much rest is recommended between weight lifting sets and the different time allowed to focus on the purpose of your workout. The amount of rest right after your first and last rep for some is all a matter of preference. It depends on what your concentration is on in your workout. For example short period of time, 30 seconds, allow your body minimal time to rest but ncreases the intensity of your workout. Short time will focus on high velocity workouts, fat burning and muscle memory. Other theories are letting your body have a full 60 seconds of rest between sets for more powerful heavy lifting training to increase, size, strength and power rather than muscles endurance and stamina. Some myths about rest weeks; days off, and in-between set resting have a lot of people believing incorrect facts of the issue at hand. Ideas such as there is no such thing as a day off or you have to continuously go from exercise to exercise to get the esults you want are some of the basic myths that people perceive to rookies in the weight room today. Incorrect information would be that you have to constantly workout to see any type or results; it is assumed that if hard training builds muscle, then training as hard as humanly possible must build the most muscle. These are all myths about weight lifting. There are many things about weightlifting that people are uninformed about. It is important to know correct information, so you can do what is best for your body, and not injure yourself. It is vital to let your body rest and epair itself for its next workout. Dont over-do it, and be conscious of what your body is telling you.