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I guess everyone's different... SS works better for me. I really tried to go fixed for 3 months, but just didn't get on with it - I certainly didn't have the "glorious awakening" that many seem to - I just found it annoying (and harder on my knees). I ride a fairly light gear (69gi) and just spin more - I like coasting and find it means I can cycle further, I feel more in control down ascents etc.
However, I can imagine fixed is good for strength as riding gears seems to help my SS stamina - probably because I pedal more (stepping up gear to pedal down ascents rather than coasting). I don't think cycling is a "one size fits all" activity - just do whatever gives you the most fun...