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VO2max. An athlete’s engine capacity

Francesco Chiappero  |  Posted on 10 February 202010 February 2020

Today, VO2max – maximal oxygen uptake – measures an athlete’s potential, but in the past, a tape measure and stopwatch were used. Even the most precise data obtained using those tools is laughable in the face of current scientific tests. Read More “VO2max. An athlete’s engine capacity”

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Long runs for the (Florence) marathon

Fulvio Massini  |  Posted on 21 November 201927 January 2020

The Florence marathon on 24 November will provide an excellent opportunity to see whether or not your long runs have been done properly. If you didn’t include any this time, then you can next time. Here, you can find all the tips you need to truly take advantage of this effective training programme.

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Technique also counts in cycling

Francesco Chiappero  |  Posted on 4 November 201913 November 2019

Improving performance is far from an impossible goal on a bicycle. The key is to focus on all the aspects needed for a comprehensive training programme: strength, resistance and technique (in the broad sense). Read More “Technique also counts in cycling”

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Sleep and training: the strategies to adopt

Jacopo Vitale  |  Posted on 24 October 201922 November 2019

Sleep is a fundamental biological process for human health and plays an essential role in an athlete’s recovery process. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) weighed into this topic recently, stressing the importance of athletes getting the right amount and quality of sleep. Read More “Sleep and training: the strategies to adopt”

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Core training: power to the core!

Fulvio Massini  |  Posted on 2 September 201911 September 2019

To get an idea as to how core training works, think about a large train station. We can even keep it Italian and think about the central station in Milan – it provides a great image of trains coming and going from everywhere, north, south, east and west. Read More “Core training: power to the core!”

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Preventing saddle soreness

Francesco Chiappero  |  Posted on 20 May 201922 November 2019

An untrained eye probably looks at a bike saddle, notes the linear, slender, streamlined lines and thinks, “wow, that must be uncomfortable!” Read More “Preventing saddle soreness”

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HIIT, the solution for people without much time

Elena Casiraghi  |  Posted on 21 March 20191 July 2019

When time is limited, it must be used optimally, taking advantage of every available minute. Read More “HIIT, the solution for people without much time”

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EAMC: how to prevent cramps

Francesco Chiappero  |  Posted on 28 February 201922 November 2019

Your race is going as planned. Your legs are pedalling perfectly, the metres are being eaten up. You’ve got plenty left in the tank and are excited about your progress. Read More “EAMC: how to prevent cramps”

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Running, differences between men and women

Elena Casiraghi  |  Posted on 5 February 201922 November 2019

Men and women clearly have a different engine when it comes to sport, including running. But that’s not the only difference – there are many others. Read More “Running, differences between men and women”

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High-altitude training. What you need to know

Francesco Chiappero  |  Posted on 7 January 20191 July 2019

Athletes who train at altitude firmly believe such training improves performance, but it remains complicated to precisely say what benefits are due to the altitude and what are from the training. Read More “High-altitude training. What you need to know”

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