July 1982 PMID 6214534

Reduced training duration effects on aerobic power, endurance, and cardiac growth.

R C Hickson, C Kanakis, J R Davis, A M Moore, S Rich

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Discussions show strong support for the idea that shorter training durations can sustain aerobic and cardiac gains, with posts emphasizing concepts like 'performance retention' and 'training efficiency.' The tone reflects curiosity and acknowledgment of practical implications, evidenced by phrases such as 'reduced training volume' and 'performance retained,' which underline a balanced recognition of the study's significance.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the idea that reducing training volume can still maintain performance gains, indicating general agreement with the article's findings.

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The topic of optimizing training duration to preserve fitness levels appears highly relevant, capturing considerable interest from readers.

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Many posts refer to specific results, such as the maintenance of VO2 Max and heart growth, demonstrating thoughtful engagement.

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Opinions suggest that these findings could influence training routines, highlighting a moderate level of perceived impact on athletic performance or training strategies.

Abstract in brief

The study examined how reducing training duration affects aerobic fitness, endurance, and heart growth, with participants doing cycling and running for 10 weeks, then either maintaining 13 or 26 minutes of daily training for another 15 weeks.
Findings showed that improvements in VO2 max and heart size were largely maintained despite the reduced training, especially in the group with 26 minutes of training, though long-term endurance (over 2 hours) decreased significantly in the 13-minute group.
The results suggest that most performance gains from endurance training can be preserved with less training, but some aspects, like long-term endurance, may decline when training is significantly reduced.]

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Amy Wagner

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@stevemagness Follow up-continued 15 more weeks at lower volume and maintained their gains: Hickson RC, Kanakis C Jr, Davis JR, Moore AM, Rich S. Reduced training duration effects on aerobic power, endurance, and cardiac growth. J Appl Physiol Respir Environ Exerc Physiol. 1982 Jul;53(1):225-9

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Andrew Sheaff

@AndrewKSheaff · X

Reduced intensity, lose performance Reduced training intensities and loss of aerobic power, endurance, and cardiac growth. Reduce volume, performance is retained. https://t.co/Tt4pV9hQqt

Aug 7, 2020 · 2,720 followers View post →

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