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Overtraining: When Less Is MoreOvertraining, which is typically associated with little rest and excessive repetition, can result in injury or illness. The sports medicine doctors at Orthopaedic Associates suggest following these strategies to avoid overtraining. Sleep – Get plenty of sleep. This will ensure that your body has ample time to replenish muscles and restore strength. Proper nutrition – Your body uses food as a tool to help you recover. Choose foods that are high in protein, and eat shortly after your workouts to replenish and build muscle. Drink fluids before, during, and after exercise to avoid dehydration. Stretch and warm up – Warming up before your workout will prevent tight muscles that could encourage overcompensation, which can lead to injury. A cool down, which includes stretching, following your workout is also important. Varying intensity – "Choosing a type of workout, whether it’s running, using an elliptical, cycling, or cross-training, and varying the intensity level of your routines will challenge certain muscle groups while allowing others to recover," explains Dr. William R. Marshall, sports medicine doctor at Orthopaedic Associates. Recovery days – Scheduling resting days allows your body and muscles to recover and helps you prepare mentally and physically for your next workout. Warning signs of overtraining include:
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, or if you have questions regarding overtraining injuries, call (850) 316-8066 to schedule an appointment with one of the sports medicine doctors at Orthopaedic Associates. “Like” Orthopaedic Associates on Facebook and follow @Ortho_AssocFL on Twitter for additional health tips and injury prevention information. Send This Article to a Friend |
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