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The LLHR group showed greater strength endurance increases (65 % 1RM) of 8 repetitions (95 % CI (2, 14)).
Lighter load training can effectively improve strength endurance in middle and older adults.
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The LLHR group showed greater strength endurance increases (65 % 1RM) [8 repetitions (2, 14)].
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Comparison of traditional vs. lighter load strength training on fat-free mass, strength, power and affective responses in middle and older-aged adults: A pilot randomized trial
Anoop Balachandran et al. · Experimental Gerontology · 2023
DOI 10.1016/j.exger.2023.112219
rct · n=23Cited 7×
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