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Training using FAST (3.66 rad/s) lengthening contractions leads to greater hypertrophy of the elbow flexors than SLOW (0.35 rad/s) lengthening contractions.
Practitioners should consider incorporating faster isokinetic training to enhance muscle hypertrophy.
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In conclusion, training using FAST (3.66 rad/s) lengthening contractions leads to greater hypertrophy and strength gains than SLOW (0.35 rad/s) lengthening contractions.
Why this rating
The study design includes controlled training with measurable outcomes.
Source
Short‐term high‐ vs low‐velocity isokinetic lengthening training results in greater hypertrophy of the elbow flexors in young men
Tim N. Shepstone et al. · Scandinavian Journal of Medicine and Science in Sports · 2005
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