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An increase in muscular strength (16.3-32.1%) and lean soft-tissue (3.2-7.9%) was observed after the pre-conditioning phase.
The pre-conditioning phase is effective for improving strength and lean mass in older women.
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An increase in muscular strength (16.3-32.1%) and LST (3.2-7.9%) was observed after the pre-conditioning phase.
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Volume Reduction: Which Dose is Sufficient to Retain Resistance Training Adaptations in Older Women?
Melissa Antunes et al. · International Journal of Sports Medicine · 2021
DOI 10.1055/a-1502-6361
rct · n=57Cited 13×
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