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Psychological stress significantly reduces force production in competitive powerlifters, particularly women, but does not impair strength in untrained individuals.
If you are a competitive powerlifter, especially if you are a woman, managing psychological stress is crucial for your performance. Each point of increased stress can cost you several kilograms in your lift. Prioritize stress management techniques alongside your physical training.
Psychological stress does not impair strength performance among untrained individuals. However, stress management may be critical for strength athletes, particularly women. ... each additional point of stress predicted a 4.8 kg reduction in performance (p=0.005; 95% CI: -7.43 to -2.27).
Why this rating
Small sample sizes for both groups (RA: n=23, PL: n=34), observational design for powerlifters, and specific demographic constraints.
Source
TheEffects of Eccentric Duration on Squat and Bench Press Concentric Performance
Matthew C. Juber et al. · Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise · 2019
DOI 10.1249/01.mss.0000560631.22089.11
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