The alarm blares at 5:00 AM, and instead of the familiar sense of motivation, you feel a creeping, overwhelming sense of dread. The training shoes sit by the door like anchors, and the bike on the trainer looks less like a source of joy and more like an instrument of torture. This isn't just a … Continue reading The Inevitable Wall: How to Spot, Prevent, and Recover from Endurance Burnout
You wake up after what felt like a grueling training block. Your muscles are protesting, a dull ache lingers, and your mind feels foggy. Yet, you glance at your watch or app, and it flashes a confident green signal: "Ready to Train." Or, perhaps, the inverse: you feel surprisingly fresh, ready to crush your session, … Continue reading Endurance Explained: Decoding Heart Rate Variability (HRV) for Endurance Athletes – A Practical Guide
Fatigue in endurance sports is a complex interplay of central and peripheral factors. Peripheral fatigue arises from muscle fuel depletion and damage, while central fatigue involves a decrease in brain motivation. Understanding these types empowers athletes to optimize training, recovery, and pacing strategies, helping them extend endurance and push past limits.
