Sport | Michael Holland

Overtraining and Chronic Pain: Why Quick Fixes Don’t Work

by Michael Holland | Aug 21, 2025 | Sport

Something I See Far Too Often Too many young athletes — and even adults — push harder when their body is already crying out for rest. Others chase quick fixes for chronic pain: painkillers, random stretches, or short-term PT. The result? Frustration, burnout, and no...

Chronic Sympathetic Dominance in High School Athletes: The Hidden Root of Injury, Fatigue, and Burnout

by Michael Holland | Jul 16, 2025 | Sport

High school athletes are now training, competing, and living in a state of chronic stress — physically, mentally, and emotionally. The body’s sympathetic nervous system (SNS) — responsible for the fight-flight-freeze response — is constantly activated. This 24/7...

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