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Am J Physiol Regul Integr Comp Physiol May 2015 PMID 25810385

Reduced muscle lengthening during eccentric contractions as a mechanism underpinning the repeated-bout effect.

Wing Yin Lau, Anthony J Blazevich, Michael J Newton, Sam Shi Xuan Wu, Kazunori Nosaka

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The discussions highlight the relevance of muscle lengthening and strain mechanics, with posts like questioning whether plyometric exercises impact tendon stiffness and how different types of eccentric contractions may be more effective. The tone is speculative and analytical, reflecting a moderate interest and understanding of the article’s implications for athletic training and muscle adaptation.

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The discussions show some support for the research’s focus on muscle behavior and training techniques, but overall, opinions are cautious or neutral.

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Posts demonstrate a moderate level of curiosity about how plyometric exercises influence tendons and muscle stiffness, indicating some engagement but not deep enthusiasm.

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Most responses are brief and revolve around posing questions or sharing opinions rather than detailed analysis, indicating a neutral engagement level.

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The discussions are somewhat relevant to sports training and kinesiology, but they do not suggest a widespread or profound influence on practices or theories.

Abstract in brief

  • This study examined how muscle lengthening and strain at the muscle-tendon junction (MTJ) differed between two bouts of eccentric elbow flexor exercises, finding less MTJ displacement during the second exercise, suggesting reduced muscle damage.
  • The research showed that markers of muscle damage, such as strength loss, muscle soreness, and serum creatine kinase levels, were all lower after the second bout, indicating a protective repeated-bout effect.
  • Overall, the findings suggest that decreased muscle lengthening during the second exercise bout helps explain why muscles experience less damage when they are exposed to the same activity again.]
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Freddy Brown
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#muscle #sports #science experts views on tendon reponses to plyometrics? Plyo can induce subsequent tendon compliance/muscle stiffness. So would such training be useless for stiffness-->power unless accompanied by slow ECC? https://t.co/dxGfYg293j https://t.co/r58nXsh6gH

Jun 30, 2022 · 1,059 followers View post →

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Freddy Brown
@FreddyBrown1984 · X

#muscle #sports #science experts views on tendon reponses to plyometrics? Plyo can induce subsequent tendon compliance/muscle stiffness. So would such training be useless for stiffness-->power unless accompanied by slow ECC? https://t.co/dxGfYg293j https://t.co/r58nXsh6gH

Jun 30, 2022 · 1,059 followers View post →