Post by John A. Casler on Oct 4, 2008 6:59:32 GMT -8
From Jamie Carruthers on SuperTraining:
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The below points may be of interest:
Prevention, diagnosis and treatment of the Overtraining Syndrome
ECSS Position Statement `Task Force'
ROMAIN MEEUSEN1, MARTINE DUCLOS2, MICHAEL GLEESON3, GERARD
RIETJENS4, JU¨ RGEN STEINACKER5, & AXEL URHAUSEN6
European Journal of Sport Science, March 2006; 6(1): 1/14
1. Maintain accurate records of performance during training and
competition. Be willing to adjust daily training intensity/volume, or
allow a day of complete rest, when performance declines, or the
athlete complains of excessive fatigue.
2. Avoid excessive monotony of training.
3. Always individualize the intensity of training.
4. Encourage and regularly reinforce optimal nutrition, hydration
status and sleep.
5. Be aware that multiple stressors such as sleep loss or sleep
disturbance (e.g. jet lag), exposure to environmental stressors,
occupational pressures, change of residence, and interpersonal
or family difficulties may add to the stress of physical training.
6. Treat OTS with rest! Reduced training may be sufficient for
recovery in some cases of OR.
7. Resumption of training should be individualized on the basis of
the signs and symptoms because there is no definitive indicator of
recovery.
8. Communication with the athletes (maybe through an on-line training
diary) about their physical, mental, and emotional concerns is
important.
9. Include regular psychological questionnaires to evaluate the
emotional and psychological state of the athlete.
10. Importance of regular health checks performed by a
multidisciplinary team
11. Allow the athlete time to recover after illness / injury.
12. Note the occurrence of URTI and other infectious episodes; the
athlete should be encouraged to suspend training or reduce the
training intensity when suffering from an infection.
13. Always rule out an organic disease in cases of performance
decrement.
14. Unresolved viral infections are not routinely assessed in elite
athletes, but it may be worth investigating this in individuals
experiencing fatigue and underperformance in training and competition.
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Mel Siff noted:
Avoidance of Overtraining
The sportsman will take significant steps towards avoiding
overtraining and minimizing the incidence of overtraining
injuries if he:
1. plans his training carefully and records the exact intensity,
volume duration and frequency of his training load. In
the case of strength training, he should register the exercise, load
used, number of sets and repetitions. There
should be an alternation of light, medium and heavy days and an
avoidance of too frequent maximum attempts or
too many repetitions. He should not train with heavy weights just to
impress spectators in the gym. In addition
he should have adequate recuperation periods between sets and between
workouts.
2. keeps a check on the possible occurrence of any of the warning
signs of general overtraining giv and modifies his training schedule
accordingly
3. takes note of lingering muscle or other soft tissue soreness or
stiffness. Persistent disregard of these symptoms
and inadequate periods of rest for individual muscle groups may lead
to injury
4. provides sufficient variety and interest in his training programme
5. maintains a flexible mental attitude. Stubborn dedication to a
strict training routine or unwillingness to heed
advice readily predisposes one to overtrain. No training schedule can
be designed to anticipate every variable one
may encounter
6. ensures that imperfect technique is not placing excessive stress
on any particular part of the body
7. has adequate rest and sleep, and an occasional change of
environment
8. eats a balanced diet which includes all essential nutrients
9. avoids over-reaction to stressful situations in daily life and in
training. Relaxation, massage and meditation
techniques can be useful in minimizing the harmful effects of stress
10. takes an occasional complete break from his competitive sport
11. has regular sports-medical supervision
12. maintains an harmonious, productive relationship between himself,
his coach and his training partners
====================
Jamie Carruthers
Wakefield, UK
--------------------------------------------
The below points may be of interest:
Prevention, diagnosis and treatment of the Overtraining Syndrome
ECSS Position Statement `Task Force'
ROMAIN MEEUSEN1, MARTINE DUCLOS2, MICHAEL GLEESON3, GERARD
RIETJENS4, JU¨ RGEN STEINACKER5, & AXEL URHAUSEN6
European Journal of Sport Science, March 2006; 6(1): 1/14
1. Maintain accurate records of performance during training and
competition. Be willing to adjust daily training intensity/volume, or
allow a day of complete rest, when performance declines, or the
athlete complains of excessive fatigue.
2. Avoid excessive monotony of training.
3. Always individualize the intensity of training.
4. Encourage and regularly reinforce optimal nutrition, hydration
status and sleep.
5. Be aware that multiple stressors such as sleep loss or sleep
disturbance (e.g. jet lag), exposure to environmental stressors,
occupational pressures, change of residence, and interpersonal
or family difficulties may add to the stress of physical training.
6. Treat OTS with rest! Reduced training may be sufficient for
recovery in some cases of OR.
7. Resumption of training should be individualized on the basis of
the signs and symptoms because there is no definitive indicator of
recovery.
8. Communication with the athletes (maybe through an on-line training
diary) about their physical, mental, and emotional concerns is
important.
9. Include regular psychological questionnaires to evaluate the
emotional and psychological state of the athlete.
10. Importance of regular health checks performed by a
multidisciplinary team
11. Allow the athlete time to recover after illness / injury.
12. Note the occurrence of URTI and other infectious episodes; the
athlete should be encouraged to suspend training or reduce the
training intensity when suffering from an infection.
13. Always rule out an organic disease in cases of performance
decrement.
14. Unresolved viral infections are not routinely assessed in elite
athletes, but it may be worth investigating this in individuals
experiencing fatigue and underperformance in training and competition.
====================
Mel Siff noted:
Avoidance of Overtraining
The sportsman will take significant steps towards avoiding
overtraining and minimizing the incidence of overtraining
injuries if he:
1. plans his training carefully and records the exact intensity,
volume duration and frequency of his training load. In
the case of strength training, he should register the exercise, load
used, number of sets and repetitions. There
should be an alternation of light, medium and heavy days and an
avoidance of too frequent maximum attempts or
too many repetitions. He should not train with heavy weights just to
impress spectators in the gym. In addition
he should have adequate recuperation periods between sets and between
workouts.
2. keeps a check on the possible occurrence of any of the warning
signs of general overtraining giv and modifies his training schedule
accordingly
3. takes note of lingering muscle or other soft tissue soreness or
stiffness. Persistent disregard of these symptoms
and inadequate periods of rest for individual muscle groups may lead
to injury
4. provides sufficient variety and interest in his training programme
5. maintains a flexible mental attitude. Stubborn dedication to a
strict training routine or unwillingness to heed
advice readily predisposes one to overtrain. No training schedule can
be designed to anticipate every variable one
may encounter
6. ensures that imperfect technique is not placing excessive stress
on any particular part of the body
7. has adequate rest and sleep, and an occasional change of
environment
8. eats a balanced diet which includes all essential nutrients
9. avoids over-reaction to stressful situations in daily life and in
training. Relaxation, massage and meditation
techniques can be useful in minimizing the harmful effects of stress
10. takes an occasional complete break from his competitive sport
11. has regular sports-medical supervision
12. maintains an harmonious, productive relationship between himself,
his coach and his training partners
====================
Jamie Carruthers
Wakefield, UK