The Difference Between Pushing Yourself and Overtraining Syndrome
Photo: lzf (Shutterstock) As a marathon runner, I know what it’s like to push your body to its limits. I know the desire to tack on one extra mile when…
How to Avoid Exercise Burnout
Photo: wavebreakmedia (Shutterstock) Maintaining a balanced exercise routine without getting burnt out on your workouts can be tricky. Making progress requires challenging your body, but that can lead to overtraining…
How Understanding ‘Density’ Can Help You Avoid Overtraining
When I first started coaching, I would often have to talk a new client off the ledge of despair. They would look at their training plan and get overwhelmed by…
Here’s What It Takes to Compete As a Masters Athlete
Photo: Brett Ostrowski As we get older, staying active becomes harder. But while the pervasive belief is that aging means a steep decline in athletic performance, losing strength and fitness…