What is overtraining?
A. Overtraining occurs when the athlete uses excessive volume or intensity of training or both, which leads to fatigue in the body. Also, not allowing for proper rest and recovery will also lead to overtraining. The resulting condition is called “Overtraining Syndrome”, which can manifests itself in a plateau or decrease in athletic performance. Overtraining that occurs from excessive volume and intensity during resistance training can be overcome after a brief period of rest and recovery. Overtraining for athletes performing endurance activities can take a longer period for recovery, which could be 5-6 months in severe cases.
