Physiological Responses and Adaptations to Lower Load Resistance Training: Implications for Health and Performance

Abstract Resistance training is a method of enhancing strength, gait speed, mobility, and health. However, the external load required to induce these benefits is a contentious issue. A growing body of evidence suggests that when lower load resistance training [i.e., loads < 50% of one-repetition...

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Main Authors: Jonathon Weakley, Brad J. Schoenfeld, Johanna Ljungberg, Shona L. Halson, Stuart M. Phillips
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: SpringerOpen 2023-05-01
Series:Sports Medicine - Open
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s40798-023-00578-4