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The multi-ingredient supplement (SUPP) increased biceps brachii muscle cross-sectional area (CSA) and thickness compared to the placebo (PL) group.
Using a multi-ingredient supplement may specifically enhance upper-body muscle development.
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SUPP did result in increased biceps brachii muscle CSA and thickness (P < 0.05).
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Based on the randomized controlled trial design.
Source
The Effect of a Multi-ingredient Supplement on Resistance Training–induced Adaptations
Mai Wageh et al. · Medicine & Science in Sports & Exercise · 2021
DOI 10.1249/mss.0000000000002641
rct · n=26Cited 9×
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