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David G Carfagno1, Joshua C Hendrix
11Scottsdale Sports Medicine Institute, Scottsdale, AZ; and 2Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine, Midwestern University.
Overtraining syndrome (OTS) can harm athletes, even with rest. Identifying early markers can help prevent this condition and protect athletic careers.
Area of Science:
- Sports Medicine
- Exercise Physiology
- Athletic Performance
Background:
- Intense training is crucial for competitive athletes.
- Overtraining syndrome (OTS) can arise from excessive training without adequate recovery.
- OTS can lead to significant performance decline and career-threatening issues.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the literature on overreaching and overtraining.
- To identify potential screening tests and red flags for OTS.
- To provide strategies for preventing OTS in athletes.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of current research on overtraining.
- Analysis of physiological and psychological markers associated with overtraining.
- Discussion of diagnostic and preventative measures.
Main Results:
- Overtraining and overreaching exist on a continuum leading to OTS.
- Early identification of OTS is crucial for intervention.
- Specific markers can indicate the progression towards overtraining.
Conclusions:
- OTS poses a significant risk to elite athletes' careers.
- Proactive identification of overtraining signs is essential.
- Implementing screening tests can help prevent OTS and preserve athletic performance.
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