Hot Girl Recovery: Why Your Rest Days Deserve a Whole Era Too

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Avoid burning out with these tips. 

Look—I love a sweaty gym selfie as much as the next fitness baddie, but let’s be real. If 2025 has taught me anything (besides how to survive with cracked lips and seasonal depression), it’s that recovery days are not optional—they’re sacred. In your new fitness-girl era, it’s cute to be consistent, but it’s iconic to be self-aware. And sometimes, being self-aware means canceling your 7 am HIIT class and lying horizontal with two hydration sticks, an LED mask, and zero shame.


Here’s the thing: pushing yourself non-stop doesn’t make you stronger—it makes you burn out. Whether you’re logging hours on the treadmill or just power-scrolling through your inbox like it’s cardio, your body is begging for balance. Rest isn’t lazy, it’s strategy. It’s when your muscles repair, your brain resets, and your inner glow returns to 100%. So no, you didn’t “fall off” by skipping one workout—you just chose longevity over burnout. Chic. Recovery is personal. Some of us need yoga and foam rollers, others need naps and overpriced smoothies. Both are valid. So this winter, as the temps drop and your calendar fills up, remember: your rest days are not the enemy—they’re the secret weapon. Say it with me now: rest is the new hustle.

1. LISTEN TO YOUR BODY

Okay, babe, let’s talk sore muscles and vibes that feel… off. If you’re waking up every day feeling like you got hit by a Pilates truck, your body’s probably begging you to chill. And no, that doesn’t mean ghosting the gym entirely (unless that’s what your soul needs). It could just mean swapping your bootcamp burpees for a long stretch, a cute walk, or a playlist-fueled dance session in your kitchen. Movement can be gentle and still count.

And let’s not ignore what you’re feeding that hot little body of yours. You are what you eat—and if your mood and energy feel sluggish, it might be time to give your system a break from the usual sugar-rush-meets-carb-crash routine. We’re not saying never eat the cookie. We’re just saying: balance is hot. Hydrate. Eat the greens. Romanticize a smoothie. Your future self will thank you—probably in a matching workout set.

@rosalia.vt

 

 

2. PUT YOUR PHONE DOWN

Let’s get one thing straight: your phone is not your bestie. She’s clingy, she’s loud, and she lives to steal your attention span. We’re talking endless scrolls, pop-up dopamine hits, and suddenly it’s 2 a.m. and you’re 64 weeks deep on your ex’s cousin’s vacation pics. Babe… no.

Here’s the tea: multitasking is a scam. What you’re doing is task-switching—flipping your focus like it’s on clearance. It’s exhausting. It messes with your memory. And worst of all? It totally chips away at your sense of calm and control.

So, what’s a modern muse to do? Simple: get. an. alarm. clock. Like, an actual one. Not the one on your phone that lives on your nightstand like a toxic ex. Wake up without the temptation to dive into the black hole of IG reels. Use that time for breathwork, morning stretches, or journaling your dreams (even if they were chaotic). Reclaim your mornings—because scrolling is not a personality.

@bellahadid

 

3. INVEST IN SUPPLEMENTS

Supplements in 2024? Oh, they weren’t just trending—they were main character energy. From TikTok rabbit holes to group chats that turned into supplement support groups, everyone suddenly had a pill, powder, or gummy in their bag.

Lemme by Kourtney Kardashian? Obsessed. Love Wellness by Lo Bosworth? Iconic. Personally, I started my journey with Bye Bye Bloat by Love Wellness, and let me tell you—it did not come to play. My bestie and I popped one before a pasta night and were both in disbelief when we didn’t end up looking five months pregnant by dessert. Chic, effective, and now permanently on my “reorder immediately” list.

Another fave? Lemme Burn, Kourt’s fat-burning capsule that doesn’t scream “scary diet pill” but instead feels like your crunchy best friend who drinks chlorophyll and lifts heavy. According to a 12-week study (yes, science!), it helps reduce body fat, BMI, and that general “I’ve been bloated since 2020” feeling—especially when paired with a good sweat and clean meals.

Other buzzy must-tries:

  • Arrae Bloat Capsules – Think spa day for your gut. A cult-favorite for a reason.

  • Symbiome The One Probiotic Supplement – Your gut microbiome just logged in.

  • Moon Juice SuperYou – For stress, cortisol, and the general madness of your twenties.

  • Sakara Metabolism Super Powder – Pricey, but she’s that girl. Think metabolism support and beauty from the inside out.

  • Golde Debloat Ade – A powder you can mix with water that makes your digestive system purr.

But babe—before you start popping pills like it’s candy at Fashion Week—check in with your doctor. Supplements are tools, not magic. Use them smartly, follow the dosage, and listen to your body (not just the For You page).

 

4. READING IS HOT

I spent the better half of my twenties pretending that flipping through back issues of NYLON and collecting unread fashion hardcovers counted as reading. Spoiler alert: it doesn’t. Turns out, actually reading books has benefits that even an oat milk latte and a 3-step skincare routine can’t touch. According to science (and my therapist), just 30 minutes of reading a day can lower blood pressure, improve focus, reduce stress, and help you become the kind of person who casually uses words like “soliloquy” in texts.

Let’s be real, though—our brains are fried. Between doomscrolling, dating apps, and dissecting soft launches, it’s hard to sit still long enough to finish a sentence, let alone a whole novel. If that’s you? I see you. I am you. Here’s how I tricked my brain into reading again and built the most aesthetically pleasing mini-library along the way.

Tips for Getting Back Into Books:

  • Read aloud. Yes, even if it makes you sound like a dramatic theater kid.
  • Use a bookmark (or a makeup brush, a CVS receipt—whatever works).
  • Highlight your favorite lines like it’s 2006 and you’re annotating a Vogue spread.
  • Choose a cozy spot, preferably somewhere your phone can’t reach you.
  • Hit DND. Nothing ruins a good plot twist like a text from your ex.
  • Start with short reads or essays. Mindful, juicy, and easy to digest.
  • Romanticize it: go to Barnes & Noble, bring a tote, wear readers.

My Starter Shelf: 10 Must-Reads That Won’t Bore You to Death

  1. Trick Mirror by Jia Tolentino — Essays that feel like she read your mind and then put it in italics.
  2. The Glossy Years by Nicholas Coleridge — A delicious memoir that reads like fashion PR fan fiction.
  3. Big Swiss by Jen Beagin — Dark, witty, and weirdly sexy.
  4. Everything I Know About Love by Dolly Alderton — The millennial bible.
  5. Influence by Mary-Kate & Ashley Olsen — A fashion girl classic. Yes, it counts.
  6. Open Water by Caleb Azumah Nelson — Like poetry had a baby with heartbreak.
  7. Slouching Towards Bethlehem by Joan Didion — Essential. Also, the sunglasses moment.
  8. The Secret History by Donna Tartt — Hot people read this.
  9. On Earth We’re Briefly Gorgeous by Ocean Vuong — Prepare to cry stylishly.
  10. Glossy: Ambition, Beauty, and the Inside Story of Glossier by Marisa Meltzer — Required reading for beauty heads.

Image: @Kimkardashian

 

 

 

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