Sophie Herzog, a performance analyst and co-founder of MRYAcenter, and Ryan Anderson, a CTS coach, share insights on preventing overtraining syndrome in athletes. They discuss the dual challenges of balancing sports and academic pressures, the vital role of honest communication between athletes and coaches, and the importance of tailored training programs. The podcast also highlights the psychological impacts of performance metrics and the necessity of using data responsibly, like heart rate variability, to optimize training while ensuring mental well-being.