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Rob Kemp

'It can negatively affect training adaptation and performance long before anaemia develops' – Is iron deficiency holding you back on the bike?

Lasting fatigue and poor adaptation and recovery could signal iron deficiency.

How does blood health influence performance, energy levels and recovery?

Overall blood health, especially iron status, plays a major role in endurance performance, energy levels and recovery, even in athletes who are training well and eating adequately. Endurance performance is not determined by training alone and depends on many factors, including blood health, which is frequently overlooked. Healthy blood ensures oxygen and nutrients are delivered efficiently to working muscles.

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