What Your Strava Fitness Score Really Means
The Real Science of Sport Podcast
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Understanding Exercise Physiology
This chapter explores the principles of exercise physiology, emphasizing how the body adapts to stress through progressive overload. It contrasts endurance and resistance training, discussing the unique adaptations in various systems, while also considering age and genetic factors in fitness responses. The importance of holistic metrics, including heart rate and perceived exertion, is highlighted for a comprehensive assessment of athletic performance.
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