The dilemma of morning training highlights the shift from traditional athlete instincts to data-driven recovery metrics like Heart Rate Variability (HRV). Emphasizing adaptive training over rigid schedules, athletes can avoid burnout by assessing recovery needs through HRV, promoting longevity and effective adaptation based on real-time body readiness signals.
Active recovery refers to low-intensity exercise performed after strenuous workouts or on recovery days, aiding physiological recovery by enhancing blood flow, accelerating waste removal, and delivering nutrients to muscles. While beneficial for alleviating soreness and promoting readiness, it must be kept truly low-intensity to avoid added fatigue and overtraining risks.
