Pain barrier: Dangers of over exercising in the gym

September often means a return to fitness programmes after a beach break. Just don’t overdo it quickly, advises Peta Bee.

A WEEK or two of soaking up the sun’s rays by the pool might have done wonders for your stress levels, but what about your body? Studies have shown that fitness levels can plummet (and, consequently, fatness levels rise) after just a fortnight of doing little more than eating and lounging around, changes that can trigger a rise in the risk of conditions such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease.