Research
Cellular
Effect sizes favored VARIED over CONSTANT for several muscular adaptations.
Varied loading protocols may yield greater muscular adaptations compared to constant loading.
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Effect sizes favored VARIED over CONSTANT condition for elbow flexor thickness (0.72 vs. 0.57), elbow extensor thickness (0.77 vs. 0.48), maximal bench press strength (0.80 vs. 0.57), and upper body muscle endurance (1.91 vs. 1.28).
Why this rating
Based on study design from abstract.
Source
Effects of Varied Versus Constant Loading Zones on Muscular Adaptations in Trained Men
Brad J. Schöenfeld et al. · International Journal of Sports Medicine · 2016
rct · n=19Cited 31×
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