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No competitor characteristic predicted any of the resistance training variables manipulated during peak week.
Competitors may not need to tailor their training adjustments based on individual characteristics during peak week.
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However, no competitor characteristic predicted any of the RT variables manipulated.
Why this rating
Based on the analysis of survey responses from 104 competitors.
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
DOI 10.1519/jsc.0000000000004869
cross-sectional · n=104Cited 3×
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