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Work-to-Recovery Ratio

Quick fact

Elite athletes often aim for a 2:1 or 1:1 work-to-recovery ratio in high-intensity intervals; too much work with too little rest can actually reduce performance gains.

Why this is interesting

You've probably felt the difference between being well-rested and exhausted during a workout. But what if there's an optimal ratio of work to recovery that maximizes improvement?