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“Built Different,” Ultras, Ironmans & The Great Recovery Confusion: Clearing Up What Runners Keep Getting Wrong

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A grounded, slightly unhinged deep dive into why runners misunderstand recovery, race stress, and training load. This guide breaks down the truth behind “built different,” ultra runner bravado, Ironman recovery timelines, and why training stress is not the same as racing stress. Learn how polarization, progressive overload, and periodization actually keep you healthy, strong, and progressing long-term.

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