Overreaching
In order that a training programme can progressively produce benefits, the rower must be challenged over and above what they are used to with regard to movement patterns, intensity, load and rest periods between exercise. This concept of ‘overreaching,’ subjects the muscles progressively to higher stress (overload) to develop and strengthen them. As continued stresses are applied, muscles adapt to the stress (over-compensation) and become capable of coping with higher stress levels. This principle forms the basis of sports training.
In order for training to improve performance, it must be structured in a cyclical manner (periodisation) to create time for recovery with progressive overload. It is during the rest period, following strenuous training, that physiological improvements occur. Functional overreaching occurs in most training programmes and normally leads to improved performance when done in conjunction with appropriate recovery periods. This is despite temporary underperformance and fatigue. Functional overreaching usually lasts between 3 and 21 days, depending upon the level of overload.
In order that a training programme can progressively produce benefits, the rower must be challenged over and above what they are used to with regard to movement patterns, intensity, load and rest periods between exercise. This concept of ‘overreaching,’ subjects the muscles progressively to higher stress (overload) to develop and strengthen them. As continued stresses are applied, muscles adapt to the stress (over-compensation) and become capable of coping with higher stress levels. This principle forms the basis of sports training.
In order for training to improve performance, it must be structured in a cyclical manner (periodisation) to create time for recovery with progressive overload. It is during the rest period, following strenuous training, that physiological improvements occur. Functional overreaching occurs in most training programmes and normally leads to improved performance when done in conjunction with appropriate recovery periods. This is despite temporary underperformance and fatigue. Functional overreaching usually lasts between 3 and 21 days, depending upon the level of overload.
Overtraining
Non-functional overtraining occurs when the level of training is above the level that the body can cope with. It therefore occurs when overreaching is severe and adequate recovery does not happen. It lasts for more than 3 weeks and possibly months. This is called the Overtraining Syndrome. When overtraining occurs, the rower can’t recover, fatigue is prolonged, performance declines and they start to lose strength and fitness. It is also known as ‘burnout’ or ‘staleness’. Overtraining can be the result of insufficient recovery time or inappropriate increases in training frequency, loading or intensity. Overtraining occurs in rowing, with the majority of it occurring during competition time.
Non-functional overtraining occurs when the level of training is above the level that the body can cope with. It therefore occurs when overreaching is severe and adequate recovery does not happen. It lasts for more than 3 weeks and possibly months. This is called the Overtraining Syndrome. When overtraining occurs, the rower can’t recover, fatigue is prolonged, performance declines and they start to lose strength and fitness. It is also known as ‘burnout’ or ‘staleness’. Overtraining can be the result of insufficient recovery time or inappropriate increases in training frequency, loading or intensity. Overtraining occurs in rowing, with the majority of it occurring during competition time.