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Is Your Workout Making You Sick? A New Level Of Overtraining! By: Lena Boone I was easily driven to push myself beyond my limit, thinking I would have better results and look like the goddess I'd always wished... Get a reality check and some helpful tips on avoiding this training pitfall right here. Learn more. 1321 Words - Date Added: Apr 02, 2009

A Novice Trainer Trap - Overtraining: Causes, Symptoms And Solutions!
By: Alex Stewart
When I started lifting weights, I fell into the same trap that most novice lifters do; I over trained. Here are the most common symptoms of overtraining, 6 common causes and possible solutions! Learn more. 2075 Words - Date Added: Jul 29, 2008

Are You Working Out Too Much, Too Often?
By: Shawn LeBrun
Are you trying to convince yourself that the more time you spend in the gym working out, the better off your results will be? 1255 Words - Date Added: Oct 11, 2002

Are You Working Too Hard?
By: ISSA
If you think that spending more time in the gym will give you better overall results, think again. Excessive exercising can quickly lead to overtraining, an imbalance between training and recovery. Learn why and how to prevent it! 597 Words - Date Added: Sep 10, 2003

Avoid Overtraining and Unlock Pounds of New Mass
By: Greg Simpson
Avoiding overtraining is one of the hardest things for an over-enthusiastic lifter to do. Most probably start off 6 days a week but eventually cut it back to 3 or 4. Learn when to slow things down and when to take time off. 487 Words - Date Added: Dec 05, 2001

Beware Of Overdoing It: The Pitfalls Of Pre-Contest Diet And Training!
By: Matt Shepley
There seems to be two more obvious reasons why physique competitors don't achieve as much definition as they hope to for a show. One is not applying enough effort and the other is to much effort. Read on to learn some of the symptoms of overtraining. 1337 Words - Date Added: May 24, 2005

Bodybuilding For Babyboomers: Train Right To Succeed.
By: Babyboomers
You have been training hard over the holiday season, but now your hurt. Learn why your body reponds different that it did 20 years ago and find out how to prevent injury! 2513 Words - Date Added: Dec 26, 2002

Can Overtraining Lead To Cancer?
By: Rob Wilkins
Overtraining wears down the immune system and does not allow the body to fully recover. Find out how too much of a good thing can actually hurt you. 1164 Words - Date Added: Nov 08, 2003

Don't Let Overtraining Stop You!
By: Shannon Clark
As the athlete continues to get better, it is human nature to want to add more and more stimulus in the hopes that they will continue to improve. Often this is not the end result however... 1704 Words - Date Added: Jan 11, 2005

Exercise And Autoimmune Disease?
By: Other Writer
Written by Tammy Thomas. After being suddenly afflicted with an autoimmune disease, my most beloved pastime activity of weight training came to a screeching halt. Find out how I overcame it and made new gains! 3952 Words - Date Added: Apr 09, 2004

Exercise And The Immune System - Should You Workout When Sick?
By: Other Writer
Most athletes or avid exercisers will train through an illness or post training soreness even though the results limit advancement in their training goals. Science research supports the theory that the human immune response is at risk when over training occurs. 686 Words - Date Added: Jul 30, 2002

Exercise: How Little Do You Need?
By: Pete Sisco
For the guy who wants maximum results with minimum time invested, an ultra-brief but ultra-intense workout will be performed about as often as he gets a haircut! 799 Words - Date Added: Jan 18, 2003

High Frequency Training: Avoid Overtraining!
By: Mike Mahler
Tired of training programs that want you to avoid overtraining at all costs? Then maybe you should take a look at High Frequency Training! 2615 Words - Date Added: Oct 04, 2005

How Can One Prevent Overtraining?
By: Topic Of The Week
How can one prevent overtraining? Very often bodybuilders fall victim to overtraining. Find out what some of the symptoms are, prevention, and more... Get the facts and opinions right here. 10046 Words - Date Added: Aug 09, 2006

How To Benefit From Planned Overtraining!
By: Kelly Baggett
What is overtraining, and can we benefit from it? Well overtraining itself is not what you want, however over-reaching by design can be a good thing. To get more detail on this topic continue below. 219 Words - Date Added: Jun 22, 2005

Intensity Or Insanity
By: AnimalPak
The gym attendent told me not to go over there but I did and he said 'I'm going to kill you if you don't get the hell out of here. I'll kick your ass. 1592 Words - Date Added: Dec 18, 2002

Intuitive Training Defined!
By: Coach Sonnon
If you want to prevent burn-out over-training and injuries, and if you want to continue to make positive results indefinitely, then your RPE should be one of the key factor in your program assessment. 1505 Words - Date Added: Sep 10, 2003

Is Your Workout Making You Sick? A New Level Of Overtraining!
By: Lena Boone
I was easily driven to push myself beyond my limit, thinking I would have better results and look like the goddess I'd always wished... Get a reality check and some helpful tips on avoiding this training pitfall right here. Learn more. 1321 Words - Date Added: Apr 02, 2009

Less Is More: The Muscular Battle Against Overtraining!
By: MuscleTech
Overtraining is one aspect of bodybuilding that is usually forgotten - Gym-goers end up with a severe plateau! This article outlines the damaging effects of overtraining and how you can tap into serious muscle growth. 1036 Words - Date Added: Jun 10, 2008

Manual Labor Employment, And Training!
By: Hardgainer.com
What can you do to keep those bodybuilding gains coming if you have a job doing manual labor? I will share with you what I did to turn my losses into gains. Learn more... 3002 Words - Date Added: Nov 21, 2005

Muscle Injury and Overtraining
By: David Knowles
Most serious weight lifters have been injured before and are familiar with the drawbacks of injury. On another note, many beginning weight lifters, and even those with experience, fall into the trap of overtraining. 1187 Words - Date Added: Jul 11, 2002

Nutritional Status & Overtraining!
By: Dr. Squat
The International Conference on Overreaching & Overtraining in Sport is held each year. At this years conference, they brought up some great ideas! Find out what they are and how does it effect you... 2031 Words - Date Added: Apr 16, 2004

Overcoming Obstacles and Off-Season Training
By: Joe Corleone
For the past three months I have had two philosophies when it comes to training…HARD and HEAVY! Here is my current workout split and other things I have learned about bodybuilding. 2356 Words - Date Added: Mar 07, 2002

Overreaching & Overtraining!
By: Dr. Squat
Let’s look for answers systematically (there are some, you know!). First, let’s talk about stress. Then about how it causes overreaching and overtraining, and what to look for as markers. Finally, how can we control it. 2835 Words - Date Added: Apr 19, 2004

Overtrain If You Don't Want To Gain!
By: Robert DiMaggio
What is the ideal way to train for maximum gains in size and strength? There are some general rules that I feel should be followed by the drug free bodybuilder in order to avoid overtraining and to optimize gains. Learn about them here! 2319 Words - Date Added: Oct 30, 2007

Overtraining And Fatigue Among Young Powerlifters!
By: Dr. Squat
No exercise or training program proceeds completely free of difficulty. There are certain problems you're bound to encounter and, therefore, should be on the lookout for... 1675 Words - Date Added: Apr 19, 2004

Overtraining and Recuperation
By: Phano Paul Som
I am going to address the idea of overtraining and recuperation because it is actually one of the major aspects of bodybuilding. It's simple, the harder you work your body, the more time it takes to recover and recuperate from training. Train SMART! 384 Words - Date Added: Aug 11, 2001

Overtraining Revisited!
By: David Knowles
As previously stated, quality experimental research is still warranted in this area of overtraining and staleness. However, the present evidence suggests promising ways to prevent staleness and maximize performance in athletes while overtraining. 1219 Words - Date Added: May 05, 2003

Overtraining!
By: Russ Warren
One of my main concerns when I started bodybuilding was not to overtrain. What are the symptoms? How can you prevent it? What should you do if you do overtrain? 799 Words - Date Added: Aug 04, 2001

Overtraining: A Bodybuilding Nemesis!
By: David Robson
This article will try to shed some light on this most serious of bodybuilding dilemmas and provide ideas on how to avoid becoming overtrained while continuing to gain muscle consistently. 1494 Words - Date Added: May 11, 2004

Overtraining: Learn The Causes, How To Identify, & Prevention Tips.
By: Dr. Warren Willey
I have had a number of people report to me with similar complaints: fatigue, muscle tension, prolonged soreness... After a thorough review I discovered they had been overtraining. Get details on causes, identification tips, and more right here! 1281 Words - Date Added: Oct 22, 2007

Overtraining: Signs & Solutions!
By: Fawnia Dietrich
Overtraining is a common problem in weight training, but it can also be experienced by runners and other athletes. Learn what it is and how to combat it right here. Check it out! 1491 Words - Date Added: Feb 09, 2006

Overtraining: The Demon Of The Natural Trainer!
By: Matt Danielsson
While a drug-using athlete can train twice as hard as the natural and make gains, overtraining is probably the number one reason for frustration with naturals - simply because the body never gets the time and rest needed to rebuild itself and grow. 1089 Words - Date Added: Nov 18, 2003

Rest & Overtraining: What Does This All Mean To Bodybuilders?
By: Jeff Behar
There are many bodybuilders who do not realize the important role rest plays in obtaining maximum performance and results from the hours spent in the gym. Learn the importance of recovery! 2502 Words - Date Added: May 14, 2004

Setting the Record Straight - Debunking Myths!
By: Andy Stevensen
There are a mountain of myths, tricks and scams that have plagued bodybuilding since its inception, which have clogged and blocked our progress from day one. 1035 Words - Date Added: Sep 28, 2001

Shut Up & Grow!
By: Kerry Dulin
You’re a warrior, you’ve paid your dues. Others have come and gone and yet you’ve remained, pumping furiously. Countless nights in irons cold embrace, unbreakable. You have been faithful to the cause, lifting religiously, offering your body as a sacrifice on the alter of steel. 1062 Words - Date Added: Mar 16, 2004

Since When is High Intensity Considered Over-training?
By: James Mace
You're on your third and last set of squats. You take slow, deliberate breaths, feeling the adrenaline surging through your veins. With a growl of rage, you lift the bar off. 1406 Words - Date Added: Jul 12, 2002

Sleep, Rest And 24-Hour Nitrogen Retention!
By: Planet Muscle
Well, to help each of us find our own meaning of life (besides Monday night football), we use names and labels. We have names and labels for everything in bodybuilding. 1729 Words - Date Added: Dec 23, 2002

Stop Overtraining Now! Vary Your Workouts With Periodization!
By: James Kohler
Adding variety to an exercise program can improve adherence and can also help you stay physically challenged and mentally stimulated. Blow away your plateaus by considering the following ideas and methods of variation training. 2796 Words - Date Added: Dec 14, 2007

Take A Break!
By: Chris Zaino
In my experiences over the years I have been training, taking a total week off from the gym has been a major contribution to my longevity and constant progress in bodybuilding and health in general. 773 Words - Date Added: Jan 02, 2003

The Overtraining Syndrome: Are You Overtrained?
By: Shane Giese
When was the last time you took a day off for rest and recovery? Can't remember? You might be on the brink of overtraining. Find out more about the symptoms and when you need to take time off... 900 Words - Date Added: Dec 13, 2003

The Pump, Growth & Cheating
By: Pauline Nordin
Most people benefit from heavy workouts, but what is often omitted is that heavy is not equivalent to big weights. Heavy training for me is insane intensiy, extremely slow motions, almost no rest and too many sets. Learn why! 740 Words - Date Added: Jan 20, 2003

The Training Dilemma Part 1
By: Mitch Hodge
Everyone wants to know the perfect amount of time to spend in the gym for maximum results. Three on, one off, no, four on, two off, or was it three on, two off, one on, one off?! I'm telling you it's enough to drive a hardcore bodybuilder to the lap pool. Learn about the different eras of bodybuilding and different theories. 1273 Words - Date Added: Oct 01, 2001

Tunnel Vision And Myths: The Education STOPS Here!
By: Curtis Schultz
Certain individuals are swept away in their own tunnel vision, their own way of thinking and if anyone's ways are different or someone challenges their philosophy they attack. Read about it and learn the truth. 1395 Words - Date Added: Jul 18, 2002

Volume Manipulation: Overtraining For Overgrowth
By: IDS Sports
Volume manipulation can help you make new muscle and strength gains. Use this four week program of overtraining and then tapering down back to normal to bust through your current plateaus! 1558 Words - Date Added: Mar 18, 2003

What Is Overtraining: Learn How To Recognize & Avoid It.
By: Mr. Ryan Swan
Overtraining is an all too popular trend with bodybuilders and other high intensity training athletes. In the following article we will review what overtraining is, what the signs are, how to spot, and how to avoid overtraining. 950 Words - Date Added: Apr 12, 2007

What You Don't Know About Overtraining - Part 1!
By: Other Writer
Written by Tammy Thomas. The general definition of overtraining is this - a syndrome occurring in athletes who train too frequently/in excess OR who may not allow for adequate recovery from intensive exercise. Read on to find out about the basics of overtraining! 2737 Words - Date Added: Apr 02, 2004

What You Don't Know About Overtraining - Part 2!
By: Other Writer
Written by Tammy Thomas. This week we'll cover stress in general, discuss the difference between exercise and non-exercise stress, and talk about some very interesting connections between mood and training status. 2449 Words - Date Added: Apr 06, 2004

What You Don't Know About Overtraining - Part 3!
By: Other Writer
Written by Tammy Thomas. A good coach will recognize overreaching and overtraining and will convince the athlete that a day off now is better than a year off later. Learn how time off, supplements and much more can help you recover faster and prevent overtraining! 1759 Words - Date Added: Apr 08, 2004

You May Be Your Biggest Problem
By: Todd Blue
When you stop seeing gains really sit down and analyze your own self. Take into account every possible aspect of your life. It could be: Diet, Overtraining, Illness or Personal Problems. 1519 Words - Date Added: Mar 29, 2002

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