Research
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Alterations in metabolism, hormonal status, explosive strength, and psychological aspects of eating were observed during precontest preparation; however, all of these variables recovered quickly postcompetition.
Practitioners should note that while metabolic and hormonal changes occur during preparation, they are reversible postcompetition.
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Alterations in metabolism, hormonal status, explosive strength, and psychological aspects of eating were observed during precontest preparation; however, all of these variables recovered quickly postcompetition.
Why this rating
Based on the prospective case study design.
Source
Alterations in Body Composition, Resting Metabolic Rate, Muscular Strength, and Eating Behavior in Response to Natural Bodybuilding Competition Preparation: A Case Study
Brad J. Schöenfeld et al. · The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research · 2020
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