Overtraining might be one of the most formidable opponents you could ever face. It affects your body and mind and can even play on your fears of failing to get in enough practice and training.
Recognizing the specific signs of overtraining and understanding how your body responds to your martial arts training can help prevent overtraining and possible injury. Here are a few tips to help you avoid overtraining:
1. Know how your body responds to stress.
Fatigue is inevitable. Despite your fitness level, continuing to perform repeated bursts of effort will lead to a drop in your power output. Knowing how your body responds to stress helps you recognize when to keep going and when to take a break.
2. Create and follow a training plan.
Creating and following a well-developed training plan can help you avoid overtraining. Organizing your training over a specific period helps you manage stress and recovery on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis. With a well-structured plan, you get a better idea of how your body responds to your training. Then, you can adapt your plan and continue improving your performance.
3. Do not skip a rest day.
So, what happens when you do not allow your body to take a sufficient rest period between workouts? Some weakness and soreness are normal. But if that weakness and soreness persist without showing signs of proper recovery, then it’s a sign of overtraining. Without taking a step back, your body will stay fatigued, and your performance will decline over time.
Understanding how your body responds to your martial arts training while recognizing the signs and symptoms of overtraining can minimize the physical and mental risks of injury and mental burnout.
Contact us today to learn more about the programs we’re currently offering at Classic Fight Team in Fountain Valley.
