The heat required to convert water at. boiling point to steam at the same. temperature is called âlatent heat.â The. unit of heat in common use is the Btu. which is the amount of heat required to. raise the temperature of one pound of. water 1Â°F at atmospheric pressure.
An overuse injury can occur when you take on too much physical activity too quickly.
Many sports injuries that cause subtle pain are overuse injuries. They often occur at the start of a new exercise routine (too much, too soon), or in long-time exercisers who don't allow for enough rest and recovery.