How Much Training Is Too Much?

January 22, 2026•1 min read

How Much Training Is Too Much?

Short Answer
Training becomes “too much” when stress consistently exceeds recovery and adaptive capacity.

Nuance
The threshold varies by individual and is influenced by training history, sleep, nutrition, life stress, and tissue tolerance. Warning signs include persistent fatigue, declining performance, and increased injury risk.

Practical Takeaway
Excessive training is defined by response, not by volume alone.

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