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TSbobohead1988
post Oct 23 2009, 01:41 AM, updated 17y ago

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I got slight fever yesterday after the gym and felt so tired
Now I've fully recovered but question remains

How does one see the limit of oneself and not overworked it?
I think I overworked during cardio where I felt my calves were somewhat sore when cycling at certain levels but I pushed it...Is that what people call overworked?
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post Oct 23 2009, 06:35 AM

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Do not workout for more than 1 hour. Under training is better than over.
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post Oct 23 2009, 09:22 AM

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Nonsense. Your immune system was probably weak anyway, and going to the gym made it weaker and so the bacteria/viruses managed to take over.

Happened to me several times. MC after my volume day.
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post Oct 23 2009, 12:40 PM

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I don't think overwork will lead to fever. It's good to overwork a little bit but not too much if you want to see progress. You get stronger faster when you add more and more weight - you don't gain muscle by using the same 30 Kg barbell everyday.
Have good sleep, have a contrast shower(alternating hot and cold water for a few minutes or keep on doing exercise that is not so intense.
Good sleep help to heal your muscle and let them grow, contrast shower and exercise improves blood circulation thus heals your soreness too!
Correct me if I'm wrong...
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post Oct 23 2009, 01:51 PM

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QUOTE(Apple_Wannabe @ Oct 23 2009, 12:40 PM)
I don't think overwork will lead to fever. It's good to overwork a little bit but not too much if you want to see progress. You get stronger faster when you add more and more weight - you don't gain muscle by using the same 30 Kg barbell everyday.
Have good sleep, have a contrast shower(alternating hot and cold water for a few minutes or keep on doing exercise that is not so intense.
Good sleep help to heal your muscle and let them grow, contrast shower and exercise improves blood circulation thus heals your soreness too!
Correct me if I'm wrong...
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you mean after working out have a contrast shower? switching from hot to cold water ?? after workout i like to hit the steamroom and sauna...
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post Oct 23 2009, 02:06 PM

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I think wat u got is some sort of exhaustion that ur body cant take it anymore and it signal ur body to rest.

I got this before, when i work in night shift and i train before i head to work. So there is one time, i didnt catch enough sleep during the day time (too hot) and i went to train and i got fever and sick for 3 days and went to doctor, he is asking me if i m working in pub doh.gif . Then he advice me to go and rest with a 2 days MC biggrin.gif
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post Oct 23 2009, 02:33 PM

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QUOTE(Apple_Wannabe @ Oct 23 2009, 12:40 PM)
I don't think overwork will lead to fever. It's good to overwork a little bit but not too much if you want to see progress. You get stronger faster when you add more and more weight - you don't gain muscle by using the same 30 Kg barbell everyday.
Have good sleep, have a contrast shower(alternating hot and cold water for a few minutes or keep on doing exercise that is not so intense.
Good sleep help to heal your muscle and let them grow, contrast shower and exercise improves blood circulation thus heals your soreness too!
Correct me if I'm wrong...
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quote from an article i read before...

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Too Much Exercise May Decrease Immunity
However, there is also evidence that too much intense exercise can reduce immunity. This research is showing that more than 90 minutes of high-intensity endurance exercise can make athletes susceptible to illness for up to 72 hours after the exercise session. This is important information for those who compete in longer events such as marathons or triathlons.

Intense exercise seems to cause a temporary decrease in immune system function. Research has found that during intense physical exertion, the body produces certain hormones that temporarily lower immunity.

Cortisol and adrenaline, known as the stress hormones, raise blood pressure and cholesterol levels and suppress the immune system. This effect has been linked to the increased susceptibility to infection in endurance athletes after extreme exercise (such as marathon running or Ironman-distance triathlon training).

If you are training for ultra-endurance events, a key component of your training should be including enough rest and recovery days to allow your body (immune system) to recover. If you are feeling run-down or have other symptoms of overtraining syndrome --such as increased resting heart rate, slower recovery heart rate, irritability or general heaviness and fatigue -- you may need to tone down your workouts as well.

If you are already ill, you should be careful about exercising too intensely. Your immune system is already taxed by fighting your infection, and additional stress could undermine your recovery. In general, if you have mild cold symptoms and no fever, light or moderate exercise may help you feel a bit better and actually boost your immune system. Intense exercise will only make things worse and likely extend your illness.
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just dont over train your self..
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post Oct 23 2009, 05:12 PM

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QUOTE(Apple_Wannabe @ Oct 23 2009, 01:40 PM)
I don't think overwork will lead to fever. It's good to overwork a little bit but not too much if you want to see progress. You get stronger faster when you add more and more weight - you don't gain muscle by using the same 30 Kg barbell everyday.
Have good sleep, have a contrast shower(alternating hot and cold water for a few minutes or keep on doing exercise that is not so intense.
Good sleep help to heal your muscle and let them grow, contrast shower and exercise improves blood circulation thus heals your soreness too!
Correct me if I'm wrong...
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I do, I use the same weight for a period of time and still growing..
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post Oct 23 2009, 06:05 PM

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QUOTE(Kmaru @ Oct 23 2009, 05:12 PM)
I do, I use the same weight for a period of time and still growing..
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How? Hasn't your body adapted to that weight yet? Maybe you keep adding volume?
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post Oct 23 2009, 06:50 PM

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Alright guys thanks for the helpful comments

Will avoid over training in the future and reduce gym time to around 1 hour ish
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post Oct 23 2009, 07:15 PM

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you can find things like this in many forums because it's what everyone do...
i didn't quote from any forum. those was my experience.
my dad says i must study hard. another dude's father says he must study hard but that doesn't mean my father quote what the dudes father said
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This post has been edited by Apple_Wannabe: Oct 23 2009, 07:17 PM
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post Oct 23 2009, 09:28 PM

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QUOTE(kotmj @ Oct 23 2009, 06:05 PM)
How? Hasn't your body adapted to that weight yet? Maybe you keep adding volume?
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So many methods. Changing of volume, sets, time under tempo, rest period, leverage, mind-muscle recruitment for movement, isometrics, sticking point work. One of the easiest ways to increase strength and size, is via increasing weight. But there are many other methods that can be used. The few I listed, is just scratching the surface.
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post Oct 23 2009, 11:13 PM

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The most important thing is just listen to your body.
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post Oct 24 2009, 12:20 AM

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QUOTE(jaiho @ Oct 23 2009, 11:13 PM)
The most important thing is just listen to your body.
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You remind me of the local coaches in Malaysia.

"Second pull kasi laju!"
"Tangkap bar kasi besar sikit"
"Turun tangkap, laju lagi!"

They always say the obvious, but they don't tell how.

It's like having a dad that tells the son "Make me 1000 grams of gunpowder" but and throws him a box full of various powders, with no instructions.
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post Oct 24 2009, 09:49 AM

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yupz, follow your body, when feel sore, then slow down.
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post Oct 24 2009, 10:03 PM

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QUOTE(pizzaboy @ Oct 24 2009, 12:20 AM)
You remind me of the local coaches in Malaysia.

"Second pull kasi laju!"
"Tangkap bar kasi besar sikit"
"Turun tangkap, laju lagi!"

They always say the obvious, but they don't tell how.

It's like having a dad that tells the son "Make me 1000 grams of gunpowder" but and throws him a box full of various powders, with no instructions.
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Hahahaha, that's why Malaysia goes nowhere in the majority of sports. laugh.gif

Anyways, if you feel nauseated when performing exercises then take it easy. Slowly build up the intensities later on. There's no rush. But it also could be other factors such as your diet, sleeping patterns etc.

Falling sick after workout is a sign of exhaustion. So reducing the intensities would be best. Also, falling sick do have many factors that comes into place too.

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How long have you started to workout? Or did you just started?

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TS no reply one?
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post Oct 27 2009, 10:05 PM

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QUOTE(bobohead1988 @ Oct 23 2009, 01:41 AM)
I got slight fever yesterday after the gym and felt so tired
Now I've fully recovered but question remains

How does one see the limit of oneself and not overworked it?
I think I overworked during cardio where I felt my calves were somewhat sore when cycling at certain levels but I pushed it...Is that what people call overworked?
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I read a runners magazine about cardio training..it is very straightforward. if the sore does not feel like sharp pains, ignore it so you can reach a new threshold in fitness. but yeah not more than 3 days a week to be safe.

This post has been edited by soitsuagain: Oct 27 2009, 10:05 PM
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post Oct 28 2009, 10:41 AM

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Sigh. I just got this again today. I'm on the verge of getting fever right now. I did a new routine (same lifts, just different set design) with supremely high volume on Monday, had exquisite DOMS in every muscle on Tuesday, and today woke up withn a slight headache and general weakness + feverishness.

I think people who work out with weights need to take supplements to strengthen the immune system. Am open to good recommendations.

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