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At what age do athletes start to decline?

Peak physical performance often occurs in the 20s, but athletic decline varies significantly by sport, individual, and lifestyle. While general physiological markers, like VO2 max, begin a gradual descent in the late 20s or early 30s, the noticeable impact on performance often occurs much later, especially in endurance sports.

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