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High intensity, running power, suffering capacity, bias in training prescription (Q&A) | EP#447

That Triathlon Show

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The Psychology and Science of Race Performance

This chapter explores the psychological and physiological influences on athletic performance during races, emphasizing the impact of low sugar levels on motivation and effort. It discusses pacing strategies and introduces the 'central governor model' to explain how athletes adjust their energy output near the finish line. The chapter also critiques the reliability of running power measurements from devices, including a study evaluating the accuracy of various technologies in assessing running performance.

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