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Is Stretch-Mediated Hypertrophy Overhyped?

The Stronger By Science Podcast

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Stretching Interventions and Hypertrophy: A Comparative Analysis

The chapter delves into the impact of stretching interventions on hypertrophy in humans, comparing findings with animal studies. It discusses the varying durations and intensities of stretching interventions in humans and explores the implications for muscle size and fiber length. Highlighting challenges in interpreting proxy measurements for hypertrophy, the chapter compares the effectiveness of stretching to resistance training and examines a study on the effects of calf stretching versus weightlifting on muscle growth.

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