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Give it a rest: alas, there is such a thing as working out too much. (Buff).(Brief Article)

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| September 01, 2002 | Mehalic, Jessica | COPYRIGHT 2002 Hearst Communications, reprinted with permission of Hearst. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

Besides incurring physical injuries, overtraining can impair your immune system, making your more susceptible to colds and other infections, say Gay Gasper, personal trainer and star of the upcoming Basic Ab Workout for Dummies video. A surplus of sweat can also hinder body improvement.

In terms of lifting weights, a span of 24 to 48 hours between sessions is necessary for muscle tissue to repair itself. Muscles don't get stronger during your workout but during ...

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