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Mar 15, 20232 min read

Is Repetition in Reserve a Reliable Strategy for Prescribing Exercise?

A recent study investigated whether RIR can be used as a reliable tool to prescribe load for two commonly used strength exercises

Mar 3, 20231 min read

What is the Right Dose of Exercise in Physical Therapy?

A recent perspective assesses blending rehabilitation with strength and conditioning principles.

Mar 2, 20231 min read

Should You Progress Loads or Reps in the Gym and Clinic?

A recent study compared two protocols: one that progressed resistance only and one that progressed repetitions only.

Feb 15, 20232 min read

Resistance Training Does More than Build Muscle

A review review briefly looks at the multitude of health benefits provided by resistance training.

Feb 14, 20232 min read

Is High Load Training Superior for Achilles Tendinopathy?

A recent trial compared high-loading tendon exercises with standard exercise therapy or passive therapy.

Feb 9, 20232 min read

Should We Train to Failure?

A recent systematic review and meta-analysis assessed the overall effect of training to failure versus non-failure on hypertrophy.

Feb 8, 20232 min read

Do You Need to Train at Full Range of Motion to Build Muscle?

A recent review explored the effects of range of motion on muscle hypertrophy.

Jan 20, 20232 min read

Do We Need to Stretch to Improve Mobility?

Range of motion is often considered a key characteristic of musculoskeletal health. It is not as important as strength, muscle mass, or...