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Fatigue overview
Introduction
Overview
Overview
The word fatigue is used in everyday living to describe a range of afflictions, varying from a general state of lethargy to a specific work-induced burning sensation within one’s muscles. It can be both physical and mental. Physical fatigue is the inability to continue functioning at the level of one’s normal abilities[1][2][3]. It is ubiquitous in everyday life, but usually becomes particularly noticeable during heavy exercise. Mental fatigue, on the other hand, rather manifests in somnolence.
References
References
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- ↑ Hagberg M (1981). “Muscular endurance and surface electromyogram in isometric and dynamic exercise”. Journal of applied physiology: respiratory, environmental and exercise physiology. 51 (1): 1–7. PMID 7263402.
- ↑ Hawley JA, Reilly T (1997). “Fatigue revisited”. Journal of sports sciences. 15 (3): 245–6. PMID 9232549.
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