When are overuse or overtraining injuries most likely to occur?
A) when a person trains 3 days on average per week after a period of inactivity
B) when a person warms up prior to exercise, thus putting extra stress on the leg and arm muscles
C) when a person increases the frequency of exercise before increasing the intensity of exercise
D) when a person increases the intensity of exercise before increasing the time (duration) of exercise

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Overuse or overtraining injuries are most likely to occur when a person increases the intensity of their exercise before they increase the duration. This puts excessive stress on the body without adequate adaptation time, leading to injuries.

When Are Overuse or Overtraining Injuries Most Likely to Occur