What is a common sign of overtraining during PRT?

Chronic fatigue or decreased performance is a well-recognized sign of overtraining during Physical Readiness Training (PRT). This condition occurs when the body is subjected to excessive training without adequate recovery, leading to a state where physical and mental performance diminishes rather than improves. Individuals may find that despite maintaining or increasing their training workload, they are unable to achieve previous levels of performance, accompanied by persistent tiredness even with adequate rest.

This symptom reflects the body's inability to adapt to the training stimulus due to insufficient recovery time, overexertion, or a combination of stressors that may affect both physical and mental states. Understanding this sign helps individuals and trainers to identify when training regimens need modification to promote healthy recovery and performance improvement.

The other response options suggest outcomes that are generally associated with effective training rather than overtraining. Increased strength and endurance, enhanced recovery time, and improvements in mood and motivation are all desirable effects of appropriate training, contrasting with the negative manifestations seen in overtraining.