Overtraining syndrome refers to a condition that occurs when someone exercises or trains too much without giving their body enough time to rest and recover. It can lead to fatigue, decreased performance, and increased risk of injury. Full definition
Treatment of overtraining syndrome requires, at a minimum, decreasing and balancing training and recovery, consuming a high - quality diet, managing stress and, possibly, sleep counseling. (acefitness.org)
Without the thrill of competition, it may seem impossible to avoid what many athletes refer to as staleness, burnout, chronic fatigue syndrome, or what clinicians define as overtraining syndrome (OTS). (blog.bridgeathletic.com)
Discover what overtraining syndrome is and how to avoid it in order to maximize athlete performance. (blog.bridgeathletic.com)