Case Study: A Marathon Runner Hits the Wall Scenario: A mara…
Case Study: A Marathon Runner Hits the Wall Scenario: A marathon runner is nearing the final miles of a race. She had been maintaining a steady pace, but now her legs feel heavy and weak. Her breathing becomes labored, and she experiences a sharp decline in her performance. She is experiencing muscle fatigue. Question: Considering the physiological factors contributing to muscle fatigue, which strategy would be the LEAST effective in helping the runner combat her fatigue and improve her performance in the final miles of the race?