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Performance State Transition

Meaning

Performance State Transition is the physiological and psychological shift from a baseline state of rest or low-level activity to a state of heightened physical or cognitive readiness and output. This transition involves a rapid, coordinated activation of the neuroendocrine and metabolic systems to meet an acute demand, optimizing resource mobilization and sensory processing. The efficiency and speed of this transition are key indicators of an individual’s resilience, hormonal responsiveness, and overall nervous system regulation. Clinically, a blunted or delayed transition suggests underlying fatigue or HPA axis dysregulation.