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Welcome to the section covering Overtraining

Overtraining is a problem which affects a number of athletes at some time in their running career. Often an athlete is sufficiently lucky to pickup a minor injury or a touch of influenza that curtails their training. Runners are often compulsive by nature, this can apply to most sports, however in running where the athlete […]

The Warning Signs of Overtraining

Listed below are the warning signs of overtraining: In the Muscles Persistent soreness and stiffness in the muscles, joints and tendons. Heavy – leggedness. Emotional Symptoms Loss of interest in training. Nervousness – a heightened state Depression – humour is lacking A “I don’t care” attitude. Inability to relax – linked to nervousness A drop […]