Introduction In sports science theory, supercompensation refers to the post-training period during which the trained parameter has a higher performance capacity than it did prior to the training period. Refer to Exercise & Training as Stressors. Description The adaptation of the load is termed supercompensation. First put forth by Russian scientist Nikolai N. Yakovlev in… Read More
Overreaching is the correct, scientific term for what most of the fitness industry refers to as “overtraining,” which is a reduction in workout performance despite continued efforts to the contrary (scientists reserve the term “overtraining” for a medical diagnosis that has been provided after extensive investigation). Traditionally, strength coaches have assumed that overreaching involves the… Read More
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