Abstract des Autors

The body maintains or at least strives to maintain a constant environment (homeostasis) even in periods of heavy training or overreaching. A key aspect of maintaining homeostasis during periods of heavy work or training is satisfying the body's required energy intake as well as other various nutrients. Muscle damage, dietary intake, and overtraining interrelate. Specifically, some athletes who are overtrained appear to have decreased hunger and appetite, which can lead to reduced energy intake and less than optimal intake of carbohydrates and other nutrients; these dietary deficiencies could lead to reduced muscle glycogen levels and therefore affect performance, mood, and normal bodily functions. This chapter will focus on nutrition factors that could be affected during periods of prolonged training, that when left unattended, may contribute to the syndrome known as overtraining or overreaching. Verf.-Referat