Friday, April 17, 2015

O is for Overtraining


Overtraining  occurs when runners run too fast or too hard and stress their bodies more than the bodies can handle. Most symptoms of overtraining can look like many other things when on their own, but if you have a selection you may want to slow down. Symptoms can be: moodiness, tiredness, prolonged injuries, elevated heart rate, loss of libido, loss of appetite, lack of sleep and lack of motivation.

Ever suffered from overtraining? Wondered if you currently are? Tish serves us some must needed tips to avoid a burnout.infographic borrowed from: Fit Bottomed Girls


4 comments:

  1. Geez I have most of those symptoms on a daily basis w/o working out. :(

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  2. Wow-they sound like symptoms from a person who doesn't exercise.

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  3. This is the weekend before the last full week of A to Z. You’re amazing for staying with us this long. Thanks for your commitment. You’re almost there. This event only happens once a year, so get ready for the home stretch!

    Stephen Tremp
    A to Z Cohost
    P is for Paranormal Vs. Supernatural

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  4. Over-training doesn't sound like fun. Good thing I don't run, so I won't be over running. ;P

    -Chrys Fey
    Tremp’s Troops - A to Z Co-co-host
    Write with Fey

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