• Overtraining: When an athlete trains beyond the body's ability to recover.
• Burnout: A state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress or overtraining in sports.

• Always remember: Prevention > Cure!
• It's crucial for everyone involved – from the athlete to the coach and even parents – to recognize early signs of burnout.

General Symptoms (Overtraining or Burnout)

• 📉 Decline in performance.
• 😓 Fatigue & difficulty finishing routines.
• 🤕 Muscle pain & joint pain.
• 🤧 More colds & allergies.
• 😴 Disturbed sleep.

Specifically Burnout

• 🍔 Loss of appetite leading to weight loss.
• 🤮 Occasional nausea.
• 💓 High resting heart rate & blood pressure.
• 😤 Emotional ups and downs.
• 😡 Mood swings & personality changes.
• 🙅‍♂️ No enthusiasm for training or competing.

📝 Real-World Example: Remember when your favorite athlete took a break from competitions and you wondered why? It could have been to avoid these symptoms and recharge!