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Why Does Your VO2max Drop During a Race?
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If you've ever checked your VO2max after a race and noticed it was lower than expected, you're not alone. A lot of runners assume that race efforts should push their VO2max to its peak, but that’s not always what happens.
Understanding Cumulative Fatigue and How It Affects Your Peak Training Weeks
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If you're deep into marathon training, you might have noticed that there are certain weeks when everything feels harder. Your legs feel heavy, your energy is low, and even your motivation can start to wane.