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Tyro
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Since the runner's level does not actually change, they are not doing any work against gravity. Their total output wattage -- if it can be measured -- should be the same regardless of inclination.
Yet, running on an inclined treadmill seems more difficult. Is the difference purely in the runner's head, physiological (muscles work less efficiently at that configuration) or am I missing a physical reason why the runner actually does more work?
Yet, running on an inclined treadmill seems more difficult. Is the difference purely in the runner's head, physiological (muscles work less efficiently at that configuration) or am I missing a physical reason why the runner actually does more work?