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Stress Is an Athlete’s (and Human’s) Hidden Opponent Whether you’re an athlete chasing personal records, a professional grinding through long workdays, or simply someone dealing with daily life, stress is unavoidable. While training and physical strain are obvious stressors, mental and emotional pressure silently tax the body too. The one system that takes the brunt of it? The central nervous system (CNS) — the control hub that regulates movement, recovery, mood, and energy.