PLoS One July 2018 PMID 29621305

Biomarkers associated with low, moderate, and high vastus lateralis muscle hypertrophy following 12 weeks of resistance training.

Christopher B Mobley, Cody T Haun, Paul A Roberson, Petey W Mumford, Wesley C Kephart, Matthew A Romero, Shelby C Osburn, Christopher G Vann, Kaelin C Young, Darren T Beck, Jeffrey S Martin, Christopher M Lockwood, Michael D Roberts

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The group touches on broad concepts like the role of genetics and debunks misconceptions about muscle building, exemplified by statements such as 'muscle mass is a myth' and references to common beliefs about testosterone, which reflect an interest in challenging or clarifying existing ideas. The tone is somewhat casual and dismissive at times, indicating mild engagement rather than deep scientific discussion.

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The discussions seem neutral, with no clear support or disagreement toward the publication's findings or claims.

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Participants show mild curiosity, especially regarding general concepts of muscle growth and myths surrounding testosterone.

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Comments are somewhat superficial, mentioning broad ideas like genetics and muscle myths but not delving deeply into the study specifics.

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The discussions appear to influence personal beliefs or misconceptions but do not significantly shift scientific understanding or practices.

Abstract in brief

  • This study aimed to identify specific biomarkers that can predict how much the thigh muscle (vastus lateralis) will grow after 12 weeks of resistance training in untrained college males.
  • The researchers classified participants into low, moderate, and high responders based on muscle thickness changes, and they analyzed various biological markers related to muscle growth, inflammation, and protein production before and after training.
  • They found some differences in baseline muscle features and molecular responses among the groups, such as RNA levels and inflammatory markers, but overall, the predictive links between these biomarkers and muscle growth were weak, suggesting that individual muscle response is influenced by multiple factors that are not fully captured by these biomarkers.]

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Darlene
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@ClassicsNax @breakingbaht Metabolism driven largely by muscle mass + activity level, moderated by genetics. The notion that tall, thin men or people cannot build sizeable, noticeable. muscle mass is a myth , and most people with low muscle mass are the quickest to build it. https://t.co/3pAH5OmUmX

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@ClassicsNax @breakingbaht Metabolism driven largely by muscle mass + activity level, moderated by genetics. The notion that tall, thin men or people cannot build sizeable, noticeable. muscle mass is a myth , and most people with low muscle mass are the quickest to build it. https://t.co/3pAH5OmUmX

Sep 17, 2023 · 207 followers View post →
Darlene
@Done00710063 · X

The MYTH of Testosterone and Muscle Hypertrophy https://t.co/FGFsKqsue4 via @YouTube

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