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Too Much Training Can Tax Athletes' Brains

10/2/2019

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PictureCoach Sarah Fabiny

What's so great about the Dual Membership anyway?

Hint: It's the opportunity to stretch, restore, slow down, and rest.

An insightful share from Coach Sarah...
Happy Friday all! There was an interesting piece on NPR this morning that I thought I'd share. The piece discussed research on how overtraining can take a toll on an athlete's brain. I always have to remind myself that wellness is just as much about rest, relaxation, and being kind to yourself, as it is about training, exercising, and pushing yourself.  Have a great weekend!

Too Much Training Can Tax Athletes' Brains September 26, 2019, NPR

Too much physical exertion appears to make the brain tired.  That's the conclusion of a study of triathletes published Thursday in the journal Current Biology.

Researchers found that after several weeks of overtraining, athletes became more likely to choose immediate gratification over long-term rewards. At the same time, brain scans showed the athletes had decreased activity in an area of the brain involved in decision-making.

The finding could explain why some elite athletes see their performance decline when they work out too much — a phenomenon known as overtraining syndrome.

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