Progressive Overload



A muscle overload injury is the most common in athletes.

Muscle overload is a prolonged repetition of movements that results in the exhaustion of the muscles involved.

The main cause of overload is excessive training.

Overloading muscles means that you are trainig at a higher level than you used to.

To avoid it, is important to respect the rest times to eliminate muscle tension.

When all the pain disappears you can continue the training.

It is a guarantee for gains: It really means you will have a physiological adaptation.

Overload strenghten your muscle fibres.

A safe and efective overload is important to develop your muscles and improve your physical condition.

The risk of injury is quite apparent, so you must need a physical trainer to prepare your training program.

This is a great way to challenge your body.

It makes you improving in a specific activity.

In weight lifting overload, your body will need a recovery from 24 hours to 48 hours.


Links:

https://fitpeople.com/health/injury-and-prevention/whats-the-meaning-of-muscle-overload/

https://www.healthline.com/health/progressive-overload

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