Overdid

/ˌoʊvərˈdɪd/ verb

Definition

Did something too much or excessively, going beyond what was necessary or healthy.

Etymology

Compound of 'over-' (excessively) + 'did' (past tense of do). The word has been used since the 1500s to indicate doing something to excess.

Kelly Says

Your body has a 'recovery window' after exercise—if you overdo it without enough rest, your muscles can't repair properly and you actually get weaker instead of stronger!

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