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Both single-set and multiple-set resistance training produce similar increases in muscular strength, muscle mass, muscle quality, and IGF-1 in untrained older women after 12 weeks.
Practitioners can use either single or multiple sets in resistance training for older women to achieve similar benefits.
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We conclude that both SS and MS produce similar increases in muscular strength, LST, and MQ of upper and lower limbs, and IGF-1 after 12 weeks of RT in untrained older women.
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Based on the randomized controlled trial design.
Source
Resistance Training Performed With Single and Multiple Sets Induces Similar Improvements in Muscular Strength, Muscle Mass, Muscle Quality, and IGF-1 in Older Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Paolo M. Cunha et al. · The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research · 2018
rct · n=62Cited 87×
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