Since the running season is gearing up for most of us that compete, it is important to keep a balance between rest and training.
Without rest, your body cannot repair itself and strengthen as it should.
According to Dr. Pribut he says that there are variety of different signs and symptoms of overtraining. Most often mentioned is unusual fatigue or a feeling of being stale. The early morning resting pulse may jump 5 or more beats. A falloff in performance may occur, despite increased training. Muscles may be unusually sore.
Emotional changes may also be noticed. Increased anxiety, tension, depression or anger may occur. Difficulty focusing and in making decisions may also occur. The desire to train may disappear. Joy in other activities may also dissipate. Bowel changes may be noted - diarrhea or constipation may occur. More frequent cold or virus infections may occur. Loss of appetite and weight loss may also occur.
Overtraining symptoms bear much resemblance to chronic fatigue syndrome. Overtraining is definitely to be avoided.
Too much training can adversely affect your performance to a greater extent than can too little.
Fatigue, injuries and a whole host of negative consequences may result from over training. The expression summing up much of the overtraining injury syndrome is "Too Much, Too Soon" . You may also add "Too Far, Too Fast".
Take care of your body and use common sense when training.
If you recognize any of the symptoms of overtraining, then you know what to do.
Back off for a while. Have a planned recovery day as part of your training regime.
Thank you Dr. Pribut for your information on this important subject.
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