„Corpul te minte uneori”. Secretul campionilor pentru antrenamente mai bune • Newsweek România

Champions understand that feelings of fatigue can be misleading, allowing them to push through limits. An analysis highlights how elite athletes differentiate between real pain and discomfort caused by the brain's protective mechanisms. Techniques like controlled breathing and heart rate monitoring help them progress beyond initial discomfort. A British journalist's experiment compared running, cycling, and rowing, revealing that cycling produced the highest lactate levels and perceived effort, despite lower heart rates. This suggests that while cycling may be more demanding, individual experiences can vary significantly.