Training with Intensity: The Physiological and Biomechanical Benefits
When starting out on a new exercise regime, many beginner athletes will experience a stark increase in their performance. They will feel better when exercising, be able to complete bigger distances, and their running times will come down. They will be on cloud nine because they are reaping the benefits of their new hobby. However, as time goes on, these 'beginners gains' start to diminish, and their performance plateaus. Why? Well, let's face it - whatever you give a beginner