In this Issue:

Physiology: Why understand the ‘slow component’ of oxygen uptake is essential for successful rescription of training intensity

Genetics: How your body type can influence the way you should train

Training: Limitations of heart rate training – why you shouldn't over-rely on your heart rate monitor!

What the Papers Say: Forced reps and strength gains; Overtraining and oxidative stress; Beta-alanine and muscle fatigue