Overtraining? How long to rest?

jarrettd

I became concerned about my physical and mental state lately and found i am probably experiencing the symptoms of overtraining. Night shift + not sleeping well + calorie deficit + daily workouts = weak, exhausted, sore, and emotional me.

How long and how completely should I rest? I also raised my calories to maintenance for now, to see if extra feeding will help the fatigue and hunger...is that a good idea? I was set at a deficit to lose .5/wk, and my current weight is less than a pound from goal. If it is the right thing to do, how long should i keep it there?

Thanks in advance for any helpful suggestions!

Deb

whouwannab

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MissMaggie3

Here's a good read on the subject: http://www.marksdailyapple.com/overtraining/

tigersword

A pound from goal? Goal should be a range, not a specific number, as weight fluctuates 5 (and in some cases, even 10) pounds in any given 24 hour period. You definitely should be on maintenance. As for overtraining, you should always take at least 1-2 days off per week.