Overtraining is just a myth

I have heard this statement so often that I am fed up with it. It results in many people training far below their performance limit for fear of overtraining. Even sports experts, scientists and trainers believe in this theory. One thing is certain, this claim is nonsense and has no basis in reality. Let's look at it logically: if you do 10 sets of 10 repetitions of squats at the highest intensity, followed by rowing, bench presses and deadlifts, how long should the recovery phase be? How long does our body need to rest after carrying a crate of beer, which takes about two minutes? The answer is clear: intensive training requires a much longer recovery phase. Recovery depends on the intensity of the strain, that much is clear. But where does the statement come from that muscles need at least two days' rest? Increasing regeneration time? Another misconception is that the regeneration phases become longer with increasing training experience. Quite a few people only train their individual muscles once a week. This depends on the increase in intensity and volume. If the central nervous system is subjected to greater strain, recovery times also increase. For many, this approach is the only correct one, but it is wrong and completely outdated. In this case, it is the same as with everything else: what does not work in the long term should make way for more sustainable methods. Modern systems in this area require a one-week break every two to three months so that the central nervous system can recover. That sets off all the alarm bells for me: that can't be healthy. Of course, we can do it for a while when we are young. Injuries can still occur, but progress is usually made. However, very few people make it into old age with it. In addition, such methods are not very successful. In order to make progress in the long term, excellent genes are required. The reason for this is partly the rigid approach. In our non-linear lives, linear periodizations make little sense, despite the fact that many people praise them highly. Of course, only a few want to turn away from the functioning system because everything works perfectly. For the rest of humanity, it is time for something new.