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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.
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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
DOI 10.1519/jsc.0000000000003816
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