The Science
Impact of COVID-19 on strength training
Strength training is often performed at gyms. COVID-19 has led to gym inaccessibility and thus an impact on strength training participation has been expected. Dr.
Youth strength coaches believe eccentric training is important
An eccentric muscle contraction occurs when a muscle produces force as it is lengthened. For example, during the biceps curl exercise, the eccentric contraction of
Resistance training 1 day per week improves muscle function
Have you recently stopped resistance training? Maybe you feel a lack of motivation? Maybe other life priorities are taking up your time? We’ve all been
Older men increase muscle mass with resistance training
Muscle size and strength decrease with age which then impacts the ability to perform activities of daily living. Resistance training can combat these age-related declines
Wrist and forearm position during the biceps curl on biceps muscle soreness
The biceps curl is a hallmark of strength training programs. For the curl, the wrist can be positioned with the palms facing up (supinated biceps
Squat depth and adaptations to training
The squat exercise has been a hallmark of strength training programs for decades. When performed correctly, the squat can significantly improve lower-body muscle strength. But
Impact of COVID-19 on eccentric muscle strength in soccer players
The COVID-19 global pandemic has impacted life in many ways, including the ability to participate in sports and exercise. In a recent study, sports scientists
Eccentric training with one arm makes the other arm stronger
An eccentric muscle contraction occurs when a muscle creates force as it is lengthened. In the squat exercise, for example, the quadriceps and gluteus muscles
Low-load eccentric exercise increases muscle strength
A concentric muscle contraction occurs when a muscle creates forces as it shortens (e.g., upward lifting phase of the biceps curl exercise). An eccentric muscle
80 weeks of resistance training in older adults
One limitation of exercise research is that study durations are usually not very long, often lasting only a few weeks to a couple of months.
