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Lighten Up: Avoid the trap of going too hard the day before a competition

By:Tricia L. Griffin
Avoid the trap of going too hard the day before a competition. Instead, a day of rest or a light training day is recommended. Definitely avoid training sessions that cause significant muscle damage on the day before a competition as this can interfere with glycogen storage.
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