What to do when intervals are too hard? Reduce intensity or take "microbreaks"?

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What is the best way to deal with power targets that are too high? (Either because the 4DP is not set correctly, or you’re fatigued, or just not motivated enough)

I usually aim at the targets, and take “microbreaks” (2-10 seconds) if I’m too exhausted to reach them anymore. I continue this on-off pattern until the interval is over.

I’m wondering if this is the right way to deal with the situation, or if I should lower my power to a point where I can finish the interval without interruption.

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I think the following SUF blog post will answer most of your questions:

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That’s brilliant, thank you!

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