Overtraining
A state of chronic fatigue and decreased performance from excessive training without adequate recovery.
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Overtraining syndrome occurs when training exceeds recovery capacity for extended periods. Symptoms include persistent fatigue, decreased performance, mood changes, and increased illness. True overtraining is rare and takes weeks to develop. Most people experience overreaching, which resolves with rest. Prevention requires balancing training stress with recovery.
Examples
- Chronic fatigue and performance decline
- Takes weeks of excessive training
- Prevention through balanced programming
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Common questions
What is Overtraining?
A state of chronic fatigue and decreased performance from excessive training without adequate recovery. Overtraining syndrome occurs when training exceeds recovery capacity for extended periods.
What exercises train the Overtraining?
Good options include Standing Toe Touches, Stomach Vacuum, Superman, The Straddle, Toe Touchers. Each links to a step-by-step guide with demonstration images.
What are examples of Overtraining?
Chronic fatigue and performance decline; Takes weeks of excessive training; Prevention through balanced programming.
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