Paper
Effects of resistance training performed to repetition failure or non-failure on muscular strength and hypertrophy: A systematic review and meta-analysis
Published Jan 1, 2021 · J. Grgic, B. Schoenfeld, J. Orazem
Journal of Sport and Health Science
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Training to muscle failure does not appear to be necessary for gains in strength and muscle size, but it does not appear to have detrimental effects either.
PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)
Sample size24
MethodsObservational
OutcomesBody Mass Index projections
ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.
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