Which of the following endurance training strategies would result in the greatest improvements in VO₂ max? A) high-intensity, continuous exercise B) long, slow distance exercise

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High-intensity, continuous exercise has been shown to have a greater effect on VO₂ max than long, slow distance exercise. This type of training typically involves intervals of high-intensity exercise (above lactate threshold) interspersed with periods of lower intensity exercise or rest. It elicits adaptations such as increased muscle buffering capacity, improved oxygen uptake and delivery, and increased mitochondrial density, all of which can contribute to improvements in VO₂ max. Long, slow distance exercise may still be beneficial for overall endurance capacity and fat utilization, but it is unlikely to result in the same degree of improvement in VO₂ max.

Which of the Following Endurance Training Strategies Would Result in the Greatest