What is a Down Week, why should I take one, and when should I take them? Down weeks are crucial for adaptation to stressors, increase in fitness and much more. 

• A Ball State University study looking at Creatine Kinase in well trained endurance athletes. 
• Indicators that it's time to take one.
• An IG user Question about knee pain, and how to proceed from @ayepham

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