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J Strength Cond Res October 2010 PMID 20885194

Deadlift muscle force and activation under stable and unstable conditions.

Iván Chulvi-Medrano, Xavier García-Massó, Juan C Colado, Carlos Pablos, Joao Alves de Moraes, Maria A Fuster

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The discussions reflect a cautious stance, noting articles that show poor results for instability in strength training and mentioning their presentation in a live session, with phrases like 'articles about instability in strength training' and 'unsatisfactory results' indicating a surface-level engagement and neutral tone.

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Most posts agree that instability devices may not be effective for strength training, as seen in comments about the articles presenting unsatisfactory results.

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Abstract in brief

  • The study compared deadlift performance and muscle activation on stable surfaces versus unstable devices (Bosu and T-Bow), finding that stable surfaces allow for greater force production and muscle activity during both isometric and dynamic tests.
  • Regardless of the type of surface, subjects produced less force and muscle activity when using instability devices, indicating that these devices do not enhance strength or muscle activation in deadlifts.
  • The results suggest that stability is important for maximizing deadlift performance and the use of instability devices in training may not be beneficial for increasing muscle activation or strength, raising questions about their overall value in exercise routines.
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Bernardo N. Ide, Ph.D.
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Papers presenting unsatisfactory results for Instability strength training https://t.co/9gBGnjGe0y https://t.co/EwmVzxgJnC https://t.co/bu5Jtdshee

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Bernardo N. Ide, Ph.D.
@bernardo_0311 · X

Segue os artigos sobre instabilidade no treino de força que vou apresentar amanhã na Live. https://t.co/EwmVzxgJnC https://t.co/6E63Q5DMV6 https://t.co/bu5Jtdshee https://t.co/9gBGnjGe0y

Oct 30, 2021 · 3 likes · 777 followers View post →
Bernardo N. Ide, Ph.D.
@bernardo_0311 · X

Papers presenting unsatisfactory results for Instability strength training https://t.co/9gBGnjGe0y https://t.co/EwmVzxgJnC https://t.co/bu5Jtdshee

Oct 26, 2021 · 1 like · 777 followers View post →
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