Paragraph comprehension · Difficulty 1
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A runner increased weekly distance gradually instead of doubling it at once. The slower increase allowed time to adapt and made it easier to notice soreness early. Rest days were included between demanding sessions. What is the main idea of the passage?
- Sudden large increases may be harder to tolerate.
- To illustrate a measured approach to increasing activity.
- Gradual training and rest support safer adaptation.
- Rest days followed demanding sessions.
Reveal answer and explanation
Gradual training and rest support safer adaptation.
The passage supports this answer: gradual training and rest support safer adaptation..