

2312: Five Steps to Bounce Back From Overtraining
10 snips Apr 11, 2024
Dive into the critical issue of overtraining and discover the five steps to effective recovery. Learn how to distinguish between optimal and excessive exercise while recognizing key signs of overtraining. Explore the essential role of sleep, nutrition, and gradual volume adjustments in bouncing back. The podcast emphasizes consistency over intensity, promoting smart training strategies to enhance performance without risking burnout. Finally, gain insights into the art of balancing rigorous workouts with necessary rest for long-term success.
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Optimal vs. Tolerable vs. Excessive Exercise
- Understand the difference between optimal, tolerable, and excessive exercise doses.
- Optimal yields the best results; tolerable reduces progress; excessive leads to decline.
Exercise, Stress, and Recovery
- Exercise is a stressor, and recovery/adaptation is a moving target.
- Learn to read your body's overreaching signs and adjust accordingly.
Recovery vs. Adaptation
- Recovery is about healing damage, while adaptation leads to progress.
- Focus on adapting, not just returning to baseline.