Research
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The mean percent change in muscle growth favored eccentric compared with concentric actions (10.0% vs. 6.8%).
Eccentric training may lead to greater muscle growth compared to concentric training.
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The mean percent change in muscle growth across studies favored eccentric compared with concentric actions (10.0% vs. 6.8, respectively).
Why this rating
Based on systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials.
Source
Hypertrophic Effects of Concentric vs. Eccentric Muscle Actions: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis
Brad J. Schöenfeld et al. · The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research · 2017
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