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Episode #259: How Fast Are Strength And Size Lost?

Barbell Medicine Podcast

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Effects of Detraining on Muscle Strength and Size

This chapter explores the various mechanisms that contribute to muscle atrophy during periods of inactivity, discussing changes in energy production, muscle fiber composition, hormonal signals, and excitation-contraction coupling. It also delves into the concept of muscle memory and highlights that strength tends to decline more than muscle size during detraining.

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