The Dr. Gabrielle Lyon Show Train Less and Gain Muscle Faster | Samuel Buckner PhD
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Nov 15, 2022 AI Snips
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Mechanism of Muscle Growth
- Muscle growth, or hypertrophy, is an increase in muscle fiber size, ideally the contractile part (myofibers).
- Lifting heavy or light weights, both to failure, yields similar muscle growth.
Strength as a Skill
- Lifting heavy is crucial for strength gains, especially in complex movements like bench press or squats.
- Strength is a skill; heavy lifting is necessary to acquire strength adaptations.
Strength and Longevity
- Strength is a vital biomarker associated with health and mortality, often reflected in grip strength.
- Grip strength may indicate activity level and diet in early life and reflect long-term health outcomes.