Sports Med July 2007 PMID 17465612

The central governor model of exercise regulation applied to the marathon.

Timothy D Noakes

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Discussions show strong support for the idea that fatigue is largely governed by brain processes, illustrated by phrases like 'fatigue all in your head' and mentions of the subconscious 'limiting' exercise. The tone is inquisitive and slightly provocative, emphasizing the significance of mental regulation in endurance, which explains the high interest and moderate engagement.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the central role of the brain in limiting fatigue, reflecting support for the central governor model.

InterestHigh interest

The topic of mental regulation in exercise performance captures high interest, evident from the compelling language and focus on psychological factors.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts engage with the concept by discussing mechanisms like 'end spurt' and protective subconscious limits, showing some depth.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions hint at a meaningful shift in understanding exercise limits but are more conceptual than immediately transformative.

Abstract in brief

  • Two models explain exercise performance limits: 'peripheral' fatigue (in muscles) and 'central' fatigue (in the brain), but both fail to account for how athletes anticipate and adapt their performance.
  • The peripheral fatigue model suggests that exercise only stops after a complete failure of the body’s systems, while marathon runners often adjust their pace based on conditions and can finish without reaching a state of absolute fatigue.
  • Evidence from marathon runners indicates that brain regulation allows for 'anticipation' in pacing strategies to prevent harm, suggesting that central neural control plays a key role in endurance performance.

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Brady Holmer
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The subconscious mind may also "limit" exercise intensity as a protective mechanism against physiological damage to the body. This is known as the "central governor model" of fatigue described by @ProfTimNoakes et al. https://t.co/8XoafcaK1c https://t.co/dxQ8C2xV3I

Sep 15, 2022 · 5 likes · 26,119 followers View post →
Dr Cailbhe Doherty
@DohertyCailbhe · X

Is fatigue all in your head? In sport, the brain’s interpretation of your body's signals maybe more important than the signals themselves. This is why we so often see an 'end spurt' during longer distance events (full video below). https://t.co/5liG6tGxSq https://t.co/SVNTQQgVUk

Jan 17, 2023 · 4 likes · 1 share · 785 followers View post →

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RT @DohertyCailbhe: Is fatigue all in your head? In sport, the brain’s interpretation of your body's signals maybe more important than th…

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Dr Cailbhe Doherty
@DohertyCailbhe · X

Is fatigue all in your head? In sport, the brain’s interpretation of your body's signals maybe more important than the signals themselves. This is why we so often see an 'end spurt' during longer distance events (full video below). https://t.co/5liG6tGxSq https://t.co/SVNTQQgVUk

Jan 17, 2023 · 4 likes · 1 share · 785 followers View post →
Brady Holmer
@B_Holmer · X

The subconscious mind may also "limit" exercise intensity as a protective mechanism against physiological damage to the body. This is known as the "central governor model" of fatigue described by @ProfTimNoakes et al. https://t.co/8XoafcaK1c https://t.co/dxQ8C2xV3I

Sep 15, 2022 · 5 likes · 26,119 followers View post →