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let overtrainingRisk = \"\"; let alertLevel = \"\";  \/\/ Age factor: muscle protein synthesis declines ~30-40% after 60 if (age >= 75) recoveryDaysNeeded += 2; else if (age >= 70) recoveryDaysNeeded += 1.5; else if (age >= 65) recoveryDaysNeeded += 1; else if (age >= 60) recoveryDaysNeeded += 0.5; else if (age >= 55) recoveryDaysNeeded += 0;  \/\/ Training split adjustment let splitMultiplier = 1.0; if (trainingSplit === \"full_body\") { splitMultiplier = 0.8; optimalFrequency = 2; } else if (trainingSplit === \"upper_lower\") { splitMultiplier = 0.9; optimalFrequency = 3; } else if (trainingSplit === \"push_pull_legs\") { splitMultiplier = 1.1; optimalFrequency = 4; } else { splitMultiplier = 1.2; optimalFrequency = 5; } recoveryDaysNeeded *= splitMultiplier;  \/\/ Intensity factor if (intensity === \"heavy\") recoveryDaysNeeded += 1; else if (intensity === \"moderate\") recoveryDaysNeeded += 0; else recoveryDaysNeeded -= 0.5;  \/\/ Sleep quality factor (poor sleep = longer recovery) if (sleepQuality === \"poor\") recoveryDaysNeeded += 1.5; else if (sleepQuality === \"fair\") recoveryDaysNeeded += 0.5; else if (sleepQuality === \"excellent\") recoveryDaysNeeded -= 0.5;  \/\/ Protein intake factor if (proteinIntake === \"low\") recoveryDaysNeeded += 1; else if (proteinIntake === \"optimal\") recoveryDaysNeeded += 0; else recoveryDaysNeeded -= 0.5;  \/\/ Experience level if (experienceLevel === \"beginner\") recoveryDaysNeeded *= 0.8; else if (experienceLevel === \"intermediate\") recoveryDaysNeeded *= 1.0; else recoveryDaysNeeded *= 1.2;  recoveryDaysNeeded = Math.round(recoveryDaysNeeded * 10) \/ 10; recoveryDaysNeeded = Math.min(4.5, Math.max(1, recoveryDaysNeeded));  \/\/ Determine optimal training frequency per week let optimalWeeklyFrequency = 0; if (recoveryDaysNeeded <= 1.5) optimalWeeklyFrequency = \"4-5 days\/week\"; else if (recoveryDaysNeeded <= 2.5) optimalWeeklyFrequency = \"3-4 days\/week\"; else if (recoveryDaysNeeded <= 3.5) optimalWeeklyFrequency = \"2-3 days\/week\"; else optimalWeeklyFrequency = \"2 days\/week\";  \/\/ Overtraining alert if (recoveryDaysNeeded >= 3) { overtrainingRisk = \"⚠️ High recovery need \u2014 you may be overtraining. Consider reducing frequency or intensity.\"; alertLevel = \"high\"; } else if (recoveryDaysNeeded >= 2.2) { overtrainingRisk = \"🟡 Moderate recovery need \u2014 monitor fatigue levels. Adequate rest is essential.\"; alertLevel = \"moderate\"; } else { overtrainingRisk = \"✅ Good recovery capacity \u2014 your current routine is sustainable.\"; alertLevel = \"good\"; }  return { recoveryDaysNeeded, optimalWeeklyFrequency, overtrainingRisk, alertLevel, optimalFrequency }; } function getRecoveryTips(age, proteinIntake, sleepQuality) { let tips = [];  if (age >= 70) { tips.push(\"🔹 After 70, muscle protein synthesis is slower. Prioritize 20-30g high-quality protein within 2 hours post-workout.\"); }  if (proteinIntake !== \"optimal\") { tips.push(\"🔹 Aim for 1.2-1.5g protein per kg of body weight daily (e.g., 20-30g per meal, 3-4x\/day).\"); }  if (sleepQuality !== \"excellent\") { tips.push(\"🔹 Poor sleep elevates cortisol and impairs muscle repair. Aim for 7-8 hours; try magnesium glycinate if sleep is restless.\"); }  tips.push(\"🔹 Active recovery: light walking, stretching, or foam rolling on rest days improves blood flow and reduces soreness.\"); tips.push(\"🔹 Hydration: Decreased thirst sensation in seniors increases injury risk. Drink water consistently throughout the day.\");  return tips; } \/\/ Build the calculator card const card = document.createElement('div'); card.className = 'calculator-card';  card.innerHTML = ` <\/p>\n<div class=\"card-header\"> <\/p>\n<h1>💪 Strength Training Recovery & Frequency Calculator<\/h1>\n<p> <pee>Adjusts rest days for slower muscle protein synthesis post-50 for seniors 55+<\/pee> <\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"form-section\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"row-2col\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><label>🎂 Age<\/label><input type=\"number\" id=\"age\" value=\"68\" min=\"50\" max=\"90\" step=\"1\"><\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><label>🏋️ Training Split<\/label><select id=\"trainingSplit\"><option value=\"full_body\">Full Body (same muscles each session)<\/option><option value=\"upper_lower\" selected>Upper \/ Lower Split<\/option><option value=\"push_pull_legs\">Push \/ Pull \/ Legs<\/option><option value=\"bro_split\">Bro Split (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms)<\/option> <\/select><\/div>\n<p> <\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"row-2col\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><label>⚡ Training Intensity<\/label><select id=\"intensity\"><option value=\"light\">Light (70% effort, low volume)<\/option><option value=\"moderate\" selected>Moderate (80% effort, moderate volume)<\/option><option value=\"heavy\">Heavy (90%+ effort, high volume)<\/option> <\/select><\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><label>😴 Sleep Quality<\/label><select id=\"sleepQuality\"><option value=\"poor\">Poor (<5 hours, restless)<\/option><option value=\"fair\">Fair (5-6 hours, some interruptions)<\/option><option value=\"good\" selected>Good (7 hours, mostly solid)<\/option><option value=\"excellent\">Excellent (8+ hours, restorative)<\/option> <\/select><\/div>\n<p> <\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"row-2col\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><label>🥩 Protein Intake (per day)<\/label><select id=\"proteinIntake\"><option value=\"low\">Low (<0.8g per kg body weight)<\/option><option value=\"optimal\" selected>Optimal (1.2-1.5g per kg)<\/option><option value=\"high\">High (1.6g+ per kg)<\/option> <\/select><\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><label>📈 Training Experience<\/label><select id=\"experience\"><option value=\"beginner\">Beginner (<6 months training)<\/option><option value=\"intermediate\" selected>Intermediate (6 months - 2 years)<\/option><option value=\"advanced\">Advanced (2+ years)<\/option> <\/select><\/div>\n<p> <\/div>\n<p> <button id=\"calcButton\">Calculate Optimal Recovery & Frequency<\/button> <\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div id=\"resultsPanel\" class=\"results-container\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"info-badge\"> 📘 Tool Basis: Based on NSCA and ACSM guidelines for masters athletes. Muscle protein synthesis declines 30-40% after age 60 requiring longer recovery. Factors: age, training split, intensity, sleep (affects GH\/testosterone), protein intake. Overtraining risk increases with insufficient recovery. <\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"disclaimer-box\"> ⚕️ Medical Disclaimer: Consult your physician before starting any strength training program. Listen to your body \u2014 persistent joint pain, extreme fatigue, or insomnia may indicate overtraining. <\/div>\n<p> `;  root.appendChild(card);  function updateRecovery() { let age = parseFloat(document.getElementById('age')?.value) || 68; let trainingSplit = document.getElementById('trainingSplit')?.value; let intensity = document.getElementById('intensity')?.value; let sleepQuality = document.getElementById('sleepQuality')?.value; let proteinIntake = document.getElementById('proteinIntake')?.value; let experienceLevel = document.getElementById('experience')?.value;  if (isNaN(age) || age < 50 || age > 90) { alert(\"Please enter a valid age between 50 and 90.\"); return; }  const recovery = calculateRecovery(age, trainingSplit, intensity, sleepQuality, proteinIntake, experienceLevel); const tips = getRecoveryTips(age, proteinIntake, sleepQuality);  let alertColor = \"\"; if (recovery.alertLevel === \"high\") alertColor = \"#c62828\"; else if (recovery.alertLevel === \"moderate\") alertColor = \"#ff9800\"; else alertColor = \"#2e7d32\";  const resultsHTML = ` <\/p>\n<div class=\"result-card recovery-card\"> <\/p>\n<h3>⏱️ Recommended Recovery Between Same Muscle Groups<\/h3>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"big-value\">${recovery.recoveryDaysNeeded} days<\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"meter-bar\">\n<div class=\"meter-fill\" style=\"width: ${Math.min(100, (recovery.recoveryDaysNeeded \/ 4.5) * 100)}%; background: #1976d2;\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 6px;\">Based on your age (${age}) and training factors, muscles need at least this many days to fully repair and grow.<\/div>\n<p> <\/div>\n<p>  <\/p>\n<div class=\"result-card frequency-card\"> <\/p>\n<h3>📅 Optimal Training Frequency<\/h3>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"big-value\" style=\"font-size:1.3rem;\">${recovery.optimalWeeklyFrequency}<\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div>For ${trainingSplit.replace(\/_\/g, ' ')} split<\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div style=\"margin-top: 6px;\">💡 Example routine: Train ${recovery.optimalWeeklyFrequency === \"2 days\/week\" ? 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\/\/ base recovery days between same muscle groups let optimalFrequency = 0; let overtrainingRisk = \"\"; let alertLevel = \"\";  \/\/ Age factor: muscle protein synthesis declines ~30-40% after 60 if (age >= 75) recoveryDaysNeeded += 2; else if (age >= 70) recoveryDaysNeeded += 1.5; else if (age >= 65) recoveryDaysNeeded += 1; else if (age >= 60) recoveryDaysNeeded += 0.5; else if (age >= 55) recoveryDaysNeeded += 0;  \/\/ Training split adjustment let splitMultiplier = 1.0; if (trainingSplit === \"full_body\") { splitMultiplier = 0.8; optimalFrequency = 2; } else if (trainingSplit === \"upper_lower\") { splitMultiplier = 0.9; optimalFrequency = 3; } else if (trainingSplit === \"push_pull_legs\") { splitMultiplier = 1.1; optimalFrequency = 4; } else { splitMultiplier = 1.2; optimalFrequency = 5; } recoveryDaysNeeded *= splitMultiplier;  \/\/ Intensity factor if (intensity === \"heavy\") recoveryDaysNeeded += 1; else if (intensity === \"moderate\") recoveryDaysNeeded += 0; else recoveryDaysNeeded -= 0.5;  \/\/ Sleep quality factor (poor sleep = longer recovery) if (sleepQuality === \"poor\") recoveryDaysNeeded += 1.5; else if (sleepQuality === \"fair\") recoveryDaysNeeded += 0.5; else if (sleepQuality === \"excellent\") recoveryDaysNeeded -= 0.5;  \/\/ Protein intake factor if (proteinIntake === \"low\") recoveryDaysNeeded += 1; else if (proteinIntake === \"optimal\") recoveryDaysNeeded += 0; else recoveryDaysNeeded -= 0.5;  \/\/ Experience level if (experienceLevel === \"beginner\") recoveryDaysNeeded *= 0.8; else if (experienceLevel === \"intermediate\") recoveryDaysNeeded *= 1.0; else recoveryDaysNeeded *= 1.2;  recoveryDaysNeeded = Math.round(recoveryDaysNeeded * 10) \/ 10; recoveryDaysNeeded = Math.min(4.5, Math.max(1, recoveryDaysNeeded));  \/\/ Determine optimal training frequency per week let optimalWeeklyFrequency = 0; if (recoveryDaysNeeded <= 1.5) optimalWeeklyFrequency = \"4-5 days\/week\"; else if (recoveryDaysNeeded <= 2.5) optimalWeeklyFrequency = \"3-4 days\/week\"; else if (recoveryDaysNeeded <= 3.5) optimalWeeklyFrequency = \"2-3 days\/week\"; else optimalWeeklyFrequency = \"2 days\/week\";  \/\/ Overtraining alert if (recoveryDaysNeeded >= 3) { overtrainingRisk = \"⚠️ High recovery need \u2014 you may be overtraining. Consider reducing frequency or intensity.\"; alertLevel = \"high\"; } else if (recoveryDaysNeeded >= 2.2) { overtrainingRisk = \"🟡 Moderate recovery need \u2014 monitor fatigue levels. Adequate rest is essential.\"; alertLevel = \"moderate\"; } else { overtrainingRisk = \"✅ Good recovery capacity \u2014 your current routine is sustainable.\"; alertLevel = \"good\"; }  return { recoveryDaysNeeded, optimalWeeklyFrequency, overtrainingRisk, alertLevel, optimalFrequency }; } function getRecoveryTips(age, proteinIntake, sleepQuality) { let tips = [];  if (age >= 70) { tips.push(\"🔹 After 70, muscle protein synthesis is slower. Prioritize 20-30g high-quality protein within 2 hours post-workout.\"); }  if (proteinIntake !== \"optimal\") { tips.push(\"🔹 Aim for 1.2-1.5g protein per kg of body weight daily (e.g., 20-30g per meal, 3-4x\/day).\"); }  if (sleepQuality !== \"excellent\") { tips.push(\"🔹 Poor sleep elevates cortisol and impairs muscle repair. Aim for 7-8 hours; try magnesium glycinate if sleep is restless.\"); }  tips.push(\"🔹 Active recovery: light walking, stretching, or foam rolling on rest days improves blood flow and reduces soreness.\"); tips.push(\"🔹 Hydration: Decreased thirst sensation in seniors increases injury risk. Drink water consistently throughout the day.\");  return tips; } \/\/ Build the calculator card const card = document.createElement('div'); card.className = 'calculator-card';  card.innerHTML = ` <\/p>\n<div class=\"card-header\"> <\/p>\n<h1>💪 Strength Training Recovery & Frequency Calculator<\/h1>\n<p> <pee>Adjusts rest days for slower muscle protein synthesis post-50 for seniors 55+<\/pee> <\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"form-section\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"row-2col\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><label>🎂 Age<\/label><input type=\"number\" id=\"age\" value=\"68\" min=\"50\" max=\"90\" step=\"1\"><\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><label>🏋️ Training Split<\/label><select id=\"trainingSplit\"><option value=\"full_body\">Full Body (same muscles each session)<\/option><option value=\"upper_lower\" selected>Upper \/ Lower Split<\/option><option value=\"push_pull_legs\">Push \/ Pull \/ Legs<\/option><option value=\"bro_split\">Bro Split (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms)<\/option> <\/select><\/div>\n<p> <\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"row-2col\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><label>⚡ Training Intensity<\/label><select id=\"intensity\"><option value=\"light\">Light (70% effort, low volume)<\/option><option value=\"moderate\" selected>Moderate (80% effort, moderate volume)<\/option><option value=\"heavy\">Heavy (90%+ effort, high volume)<\/option> <\/select><\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><label>😴 Sleep Quality<\/label><select id=\"sleepQuality\"><option value=\"poor\">Poor (<5 hours, restless)<\/option><option value=\"fair\">Fair (5-6 hours, some interruptions)<\/option><option value=\"good\" selected>Good (7 hours, mostly solid)<\/option><option value=\"excellent\">Excellent (8+ hours, restorative)<\/option> <\/select><\/div>\n<p> <\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"row-2col\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><label>🥩 Protein Intake (per day)<\/label><select id=\"proteinIntake\"><option value=\"low\">Low (<0.8g per kg body weight)<\/option><option value=\"optimal\" selected>Optimal (1.2-1.5g per kg)<\/option><option value=\"high\">High (1.6g+ per kg)<\/option> <\/select><\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"input-group\"><label>📈 Training Experience<\/label><select id=\"experience\"><option value=\"beginner\">Beginner (<6 months training)<\/option><option value=\"intermediate\" selected>Intermediate (6 months - 2 years)<\/option><option value=\"advanced\">Advanced (2+ years)<\/option> <\/select><\/div>\n<p> <\/div>\n<p> <button id=\"calcButton\">Calculate Optimal Recovery & Frequency<\/button> <\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div id=\"resultsPanel\" class=\"results-container\" style=\"display: none;\"><\/div>\n<p> <\/p>\n<div class=\"info-badge\"> 📘 Tool Basis: Based on NSCA and ACSM guidelines for masters athletes. 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