Research
Cellular
Full ROM and pROM performed in the initial part of the ROM elicited greater muscle hypertrophy of the rectus femoris, vastus lateralis, biceps brachii, and brachialis distal sites (between-groups ES: 0.20-0.90) than pROM performed in the final part of the ROM.
When designing resistance training programs for hypertrophy, consider using full ROM and initial pROM for optimal muscle growth.
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Full ROM and pROM performed in the initial part of the ROM elicited greater muscle hypertrophy of the rectus femoris, vastus lateralis, biceps brachii, and brachialis distal sites (between-groups ES: 0.20-0.90) than pROM performed in the final part of the ROM.
Why this rating
Based on systematic review of multiple studies.
Source
Which ROMs Lead to Rome? A Systematic Review of the Effects of Range of Motion on Muscle Hypertrophy
Witalo Kassiano et al. · The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research · 2023
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