From the authors’ conclusion
“A 2-week intensified training camp improved maximal oxygen uptake, repeated-sprint ability, and aerobic performance in elite rugby players.”
A short excerpt, not the complete finding. Read the linked abstract for the comparison, measurements and context.
Publication details
- Record
- PubMed 33668015
- Indexed subjects
- Altitude · Athletic Performance · Hot Temperature · Hypoxia · Rugby
- Source record checked
- 2026-10-16
Publication type and subject indexing describe the record; they are not a quality grade or proof of a benefit. An abstract does not replace a review of the full methods and results.
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