A sports scientist is investigating whether a new high-intensity interval training (HIIT) mobile application improves the cardiovascular recovery rates of amateur endurance runners. They plan to conduct a pilot study. Twelve runners (6 male, 6 female) volunteered to use the app for a three-week period. During this time, the runners are required to upload their post-workout heart-rate recovery data daily and participate in a weekly structured focus group led by an independent research assistant.
State what is meant by a pilot study and explain one reason why the sports scientist decided to conduct a pilot study for this specific investigation.
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