// KNOWLEDGE_BASE
HEALTH & LONGEVITY GLOSSARY
Evidence-based definitions for fitness metrics, biomarkers, and training concepts.
Recovery & Adaptation
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Active Recovery
Well-EstablishedLow-intensity exercise performed to promote recovery rather than create training stress.
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Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness
Well-EstablishedMuscle pain and stiffness that develops 24-72 hours after unaccustomed or intense exercise.
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Overtraining Syndrome
Well-EstablishedA condition of decreased performance and fatigue that occurs when training exceeds recovery capacity for an extended period.
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Sleep Quality
Well-EstablishedA measure of how well sleep restores and recovers the body, beyond simple sleep duration.
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Supercompensation
Well-EstablishedThe training principle where fitness improves above baseline during recovery from training stress.
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