EXTREME EXERCISE - WHEN TOO MUCH HURTS

We know the benefit of rest in between sets for weight training, or days off from exercise, even easy days, for recovery and glycogen restoration.


We must be attuned to fatigue and adjust accordingly.  It doesn't mean difficult regimens are out of the question, it just means we need to be reasonable and realistic.  Observing for physical signs of overtraining can be challenging; psychological signs are the most consistent.  In the early stages, we may feel fatigue, but it may be followed by depression -- which is the sign of the need to rest.


Maintain a log on how you feel.  Then you can adjust your program when needed.  And seek assistance from an exercise professional for more help.
Source: Indiana University