Signs and Symptons of Overtraining in Triathlon

Sign & Symptons

So, the signs and symptoms of overtraining:

• Lack of desire to train – each training is a burden to you, you begin to believe that there is no result and will not, for a long time you think whether it is worth going for a run.
• Weak immunity and frequent diseases, the body is so depleted that it can not resist colds and infections.
• Insomnia. Due to frequent physical stress, the body is in an overexcited state, hence, sleep problems, you do not get enough sleep and do not recover, go to workout unrecovering and aggravate overtraining.
  Lethargy and fatigue. Training is difficult for you, your legs seem heavy and move with difficulty.
• Excessive irritability. A hormonal surge occurs in the body, mood swings are felt, and the ability to concentrate decreases.
• Increased heart rate. Heart rate is higher than normal. Measure in the morning (!)

Too often, athletes and cyclists will train over worsening injuries, simply filling their body with painkillers. don’t do this – allow the body time to rest and to heal. Yes, if it’s a shoulder injuery, then you can fix the bike to an interactive trainer (see our blogs about Elite Trainers); but don’t focus training on injured areas – avoid it or you could cause permanent damage.

Read my blogs too about motivation and how to maintain it. Being focused and positive is sometimes tough, so don’t be afraid to admit that you’re simply unmotivated and lethargic. Recognition allows you to deal with the issue.