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Physiological Recovery Cycle

Meaning

The Physiological Recovery Cycle is the essential, time-dependent sequence of metabolic, neural, and structural processes that actively restore the body’s homeostatic balance and replenish critical energy reserves following periods of significant physical or psychological stress. This cycle is fundamentally anabolic, shifting the body from a catabolic, stress-response state to a state of systemic repair, adaptation, and supercompensation. Optimization of this cycle is critical for preventing the detrimental effects of overtraining, enhancing long-term performance gains, and maintaining robust immune system integrity.