Overtraining Syndrome in AthletesThis book discusses major changes in our understanding of the most prevalent non orthopedic, sports related condition overtraining syndrome (OTS), arguing that it should be considered as the manifestation of burnout in athletes, rather than simply the result of excessive training. While the chronic adaptations of the cardiovascular and musculoskeletal systems to exercise are well documented, those of the endocrine system are less well known, and