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Why are endurance athletes older? Unraveling the masters' athletic advantage

Recent studies have highlighted a fascinating trend, showing that the average age of elite ultra-endurance finishers has increased significantly over the past few decades. This remarkable pattern prompts a vital question: why are endurance athletes older, and in some cases, performing better than their younger counterparts? The answer lies in a powerful mix of physiological and psychological adaptations that accumulate with time.