Research
Energy balance
During peak week, frequency, volume, and intensity of resistance training decreased while repetition ranges of compound exercises increased.
Competitors should focus on adjusting their training load to reduce stress while increasing repetitions for compound movements.
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Within those who manipulated RT variables during PW, frequency, volume, and intensity decreased while repetition ranges of compound exercises increased.
Why this rating
Based on statistical analyses of survey data.
Source
A Survey of Resistance Training Practices Among Physique Competitors During Peak Week
Kai A. Homer et al. · The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research · 2024
cross-sectional · n=104Cited 3×
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