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Why Progress Feels Fast at First — And Why It Eventually Slows Down
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Discover why progress in running and strength training feels fast at first and slower later. Learn how training adaptations, recovery needs, and aerobic development shape long-term performance, and get strategies to keep improving with smart, intentional programming.