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One-repetition maximum significantly increased for both bench press and squat after 8 weeks of low-load resistance training, regardless of rest interval.
Low-load training with either rest interval can effectively enhance strength in key lifts.
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One-repetition maximum also significantly increased for the bench press (S: 9.9±6.9%, L: 6.5±5.8%, p<0.05) and squat (S: 5.2±6.7%, L: 5.4±3.5%, p<0.05).
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Based on the longitudinal study design with statistical significance.
Source
Acute and Long-term Responses to Different Rest Intervals in Low-load Resistance Training
Julius Fink et al. · International Journal of Sports Medicine · 2016
DOI 10.1055/s-0042-119204
cohort · n=35Cited 29×
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