Fitness overtraining is rampant. The worst examples are represented by those poor folks on The Biggest Loser. Here is a scientific peek into the lunacy of this program.

Posted at Body by Science by Dr. Doug McGuff:

Last night at work I went into our office/locker area for a mental health break and The Biggest Loser was on TV. I came in right at the introduction. I have never watched this show, as I assumed it would be ridiculous. I was shocked how much I had underestimated. I could not believe the amount and types of exercise these poor people were being put through. [READ MORE]

Death by Fitness

The point is that the human body is not a machine. Unfortunately, this 16th century concept pervades modern medicine, fitness, and health. You absolutely must train right and allow for proper recovery!

All the best for true fitness,

FitScientist

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