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[SUNDAY] The riders who trained easier got faster
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Study referenced: Rønnestad, B.R., et al. (2025). Block training with moderate- or high-intensity intervals both improve endurance performance in well-trained cyclists.
European Journal of Sport Science, 25(7), e70067.
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