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How to Handle the Beast
Remember that the Beast is survivable
The Beast's presence makes you feel like you can't possibly live until it is gone.
However, history proves this is false. Human beings have lived with Beasts forever, often for years. Life still happens during that time. Choices are still made, and good things are still achieved.
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Pushing yourself too hard
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Overtraining symptoms
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- Long-term decrease in sports performance
- Less motivation to exercise
- Low mood
- Muscle soreness, aches and pains
- Loss of good quality sleep
- General tiredness or fatigue
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- Take a break from demanding exercise and let your body heal and repair itself. Do light activities, such as walking or stretching.
- Ensure you're eating healthily
- Aim for a sufficient amount of undisturbed sleep each night.