Research
Mixed
Training status (years of experience) and sex do not significantly improve the predictive accuracy of dose-response models for resistance training outcomes.
You do not need to drastically change your core training variables (load, volume) based solely on your sex or years of training experience. Focus on matching load to your specific performance goal.
StrongRefutesHIGH confidence
Model performance was not improved by the inclusion of participant training status or sex.
Why this rating
Large-scale meta-analysis with robust Bayesian modeling.
Source
Dose–Response Modelling of Resistance Exercise Across Outcome Domains in Strength and Conditioning: A Meta-analysis
Paul Swinton et al. · Sports Medicine · 2024
Meta-analysis · 295 studiesCited 36×
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