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Genetics vs. Environment: Genetics play a role in aging, but epigenetic factors like training, nutrition, and stress management matter more.
• Training with Youth: Aging athletes benefit from training with younger, high-intensity partners.
• Tour de France Rest Days: Even pros ride on “rest days” to maintain high fitness levels.
• Lactate Myth: The idea of “flushing lactate” has been scientifically debunked.
• Walking Works: Regular walking supports parasympathetic balance and long-term endurance health.
• Fasted Training: There’s anecdotal evidence from elite cyclists, but limited scientific support—still, many swear by it.
• VO₂ Max Specificity: Cross-modality HIIT can improve VO₂, but sport-specific training offers neuromuscular advantages.
• Race Prep: The day before a race should prioritize low stress, short efforts, and psychological readiness.
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