Research
Neural
The use of chains during resistance training (CRT) resulted in a 28% improvement in bench press 1RM compared to a 19% improvement with traditional resistance training (TRT).
Incorporating chains into resistance training may enhance strength gains more effectively than traditional methods.
StrongSupportsmedium confidence
greater gains were observed for CRT (e.g., bench press 1RM: CRT=28%; TRT=19%)
Why this rating
Based on the randomized controlled trial design.
Source
Comparison of traditional and accommodating resistance training with chains on muscular adaptations in young men
Hamid Arazi et al. · The Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness · 2022
rct · n=30Cited 8×
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