Unwinding: Exploring the Impacts of Detraining

11 October 2024
Are you taking a break or reducing your training load after a Games cycle? This session explores the physical and psychological impacts of detraining, including the 'let-down effect', also known as ‘detraining’—where a sudden drop in stress can weaken the immune system, trigger illness, and lead to unhealthy coping behaviours. Learn about healthy strategies to manage this transition, avoid harmful habits, and support your body in de-stressing gradually.
Presenters:
Chelsea Hodges, Olympian swimmer, Swim Australia athlete experience design assistant, Nursing student and assistant in Nursing for Gold Coast (orthopaedics)
Nikki Jeacocke, AIS Senior Sports Dietitian and National Disordered Eating Initiative Lead
Kristine Dun, Sport Psychologist, AIS National Performance Psychology Lead
Steph Davies, AIS Recovery Hub, Senior Physiologist Recovery
Emcee: Chris Bond - OAM PLY, Captain of the Australian WC Rugby team and AIS Athlete Advisory Committee member
Open Access - Available to the public