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Physiological Override

Meaning

Physiological override refers to the deliberate, temporary suppression or circumvention of a fundamental homeostatic reflex or protective biological limit through conscious effort, advanced training, or pharmacological intervention. This concept describes the ability to push past natural constraints, such as the onset of mental fatigue, the pain barrier, or the physiological demand for rest. While capable of producing acute peak performance, this override is inherently taxing on the endocrine system and requires careful management to prevent chronic allostatic load. It represents a temporary disruption of normal regulatory feedback loops.