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88. Training Intensity, Lactate, Double Workouts, and Black Canyon 100k

Some Work, All Play

CHAPTER

Energy, Reproduction, and Athletic Performance

This chapter explores the intricate relationship between human reproduction, energy availability, and athletic performance, drawing comparisons with the life cycle of Pacific salmon. It emphasizes the psychological implications of human choices in the face of energy scarcity, detailing how these choices impact health and reproductive strategies. The discussion also highlights gender differences in energy requirements for reproduction and the effects of low energy availability on bodily function and athletic capabilities.

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