Dealing with Overtraining in Endurance Sports

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Overtraining is a real risk for dedicated endurance athletes.
Symptoms can include:

• Persistent fatigue and decreased performance.
• Increased resting heart rate.
• Sleep disturbances, irritability, and mood swings.
• Frequent illness or injury.

Prevention is key: structured rest, deloads, good nutrition, and listening to your body.

"More isn't always better; better is better."

How do you avoid overtraining?