Episode 22: Life Stress Score (LSS)
The Endurance Drive Podcast
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Understanding Eustress and Managing Life Stress
This chapter delves into the concept of eustress, a positive form of stress that can lead to growth and strengthening through challenging but manageable situations in exercise. It discusses the development of Life Stress Score (LSS) for quantifying mental and emotional strain, the role of cortisol in stress regulation, and the impact of high stress levels on physical performance and training adaptations. The chapter also emphasizes strategies for reducing stress, self-awareness, and communication with coaches for optimal stress management in athletes.
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