Ask the 8a coach #7: How to optimize recovering rests?

I do not know where to rest and I normally do not feel that I recover when resting. How to optimize recovering rests? This is of course very personal and it depends on each route. If we are talking about real shake-outs, try to get into a yoga meditation mode where you can count your breathing. Chalking up should be done in slow motion. Try to create your bubble. If you are very pumped sometimes you actually need to rest with your arms above your head or just skip the rest if you are close to the anchor.