Many people think that the more days in a row they train, the better. They are wrong. If you don't make sure alternate workouts with rest days, health is put at risk.
In addition, although it seems contradictory, the objectives take longer to achieve. These are the five physical and mental consequences of overtraining:
Muscles tire more quickly and performance suffers. This is due to the depletion of glycogen stores - the body's energy source - and the lack of time for them to recover and regenerate.
Increases the risk of contracting diseases. Overtraining raises the levels of corticosteroids (stress hormones), a situation that not only depresses the immune system, but also promotes the retention of fat in the belly.
The heart can get weak when it is forced more than necessary. Both the resting and submaximal heart rates are increased. Give your heart a break for the sake of your health.
Muscle mass is lost. Without days off, the exact opposite effect is produced. If you want your muscles to grow, give them time to recover.
Appears the physical and mental exhaustion. Small tears in the muscles cannot heal, causing inflammation, swelling, and irritability. And the decrease in energy leads to lack of motivation, depression and irritability.