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The Movement System Podcast

Tendons Take Time | How to Build Strong Tendons

Jun 21, 2023
Exploring tendon adaptations timeline, effective training strategies for strong tendons, gradual loading for tendon health, plyometric exercises for patellar tendinopathy, isometric exercises benefits for knee discomfort, adjusting training stress for athletes and deconditioned individuals
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Quick takeaways

  • Tendon adaptations require at least 8 weeks for symptoms to improve, unlike muscle-building results in beginners.
  • Progressively loading tendons with emphasis on resilient areas, not damaged parts, fosters structural improvements in tendon health.

Deep dives

Tendons Require Time to Adapt

Tendons, crucial in activities like muscle building and endurance improvement, need significant time to adapt and show tangible improvements. Unlike muscle-building results that beginners may notice within weeks, tendon changes require at least 8 weeks for symptoms to improve and 12 weeks for substantial structural modifications.

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