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Effective Reps, Antioxidants, Optimal Training Volume, and Lauren Colenso-Semple

The Stronger By Science Podcast

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Debunking Misconceptions about Muscle Fiber Types

This chapter challenges prevailing beliefs about muscle fiber types in elite athletes and highlights the nuances of fiber type analysis. It discusses the plasticity of fiber types with training and the differences between the homogenate and single fiber techniques for analyzing muscle fibers. The chapter also explores the implications of different fiber types on health and performance, debunking the notion that fiber type percentage is a strong determinant of performance in trained individuals.

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