October 1988 PMID 3057313

Neural adaptation to resistance training.

D G Sale

Mentions

89
Peak: 36 in May 2020
across 5 sources since May 2020

Extended reach

252,989
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Total likes

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What people are saying

Overall, the digital discussions demonstrate a high level of agreement and interest, with users emphasizing the importance of neural adaptation by calling the article a 'classic' and referencing personal training experiences and scientific studies. The tone is respectful and appreciative, contributing to a generally positive view of the research's impact on training practices and understanding of neuromuscular gains.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the importance and validity of the neural adaptation concepts presented in the article, with several commenters referring to it as foundational or 'gold' material.

InterestHigh interest

The discussions indicate strong interest, with users highlighting the relevance of neural gains, referencing the classic study, and encouraging further reading.

EngagementModerate engagement

Comments reflect active engagement through sharing personal training experiences, referencing specific physiological responses, and citing the study directly.

ImpactModerate impact

Multiple posts emphasize the significance of the research, describing it as 'classic,' 'gold,' or a 'game changer,' suggesting it influences both understanding and training approaches.

Abstract in brief

  • Neural adaptation plays a key role in strength performance by enhancing the nervous system's ability to activate and coordinate muscles effectively during resistance training.
  • Evidence from electromyographic studies shows that improved muscle activation, including increased prime mover activation and reflex responses, correlates with greater force production and faster force development.
  • The text explores mechanisms behind neural adaptation, such as changes in motor unit recruitment and firing patterns, and discusses how neural and muscular adaptations contribute differently to short-term and long-term strength gains.]

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Neural adaptation to resistance training https://t.co/ayo4tvFCcN

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Jozo Grgic
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Neural adaptation to resistance training: changes in evoked V-wave and H-reflex responses https://t.co/ivA7gEYhzR

Aug 11, 2020 · 20 likes · 5 shares · 5,585 followers View post →
Simon Walker
@SimonWalkerPhD · X

Our meta-analysis on neural adaptation to resistance training in older adults. What evidence do we have so far? A really well-led study by Dawson Kidgell including our close collaborator @GlynHowatson https://t.co/4OtAgBwYFb

Oct 10, 2022 · 19 likes · 1,400 followers View post →

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Taylor Thompson
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@sam_gzstrength Novices get those neuromuscular gains real quick!

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Taylor Thompson
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@sam_gzstrength Neuromuscular gains occur quickly. I just completed an 8 week session of increasing weight every session. Eventually plateaued. Now I'm working on Hypertrophy before I start another strength phase.

Jul 13, 2025 · 4 likes · 280 followers View post →
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@Rammee75578 @SeeRacists @iamyesyouareno https://t.co/B9fL8b6Kns You cite the same flawed study. Put those Blacks up against some Northern Euros. https://t.co/jdVf4QQ8hj https://t.co/B9fL8b6Kns

Oct 22, 2024 · 109 followers View post →
Giovanni Rolla
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@RaBressanini Este artigo. Talvez um pouco desdatado mas muito interessante Sale, D. (1988). Neural adaptation to resistance training. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, 20(5), 135–145.

Jan 10, 2024 · 1,922 followers View post →
CarnivoreJT
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@kcisney @JurezCiudadana Feel free to read up on neurological adaptations to resistance training. https://t.co/o6fRyYJexv

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@7STANTS You can disagree all you want with this but it’s 100% factual lol. Not broscience but 100% physiological science. https://t.co/inglHLW5UQ

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Simon Walker
@SimonWalkerPhD · X

Our meta-analysis on neural adaptation to resistance training in older adults. What evidence do we have so far? A really well-led study by Dawson Kidgell including our close collaborator @GlynHowatson https://t.co/4OtAgBwYFb

Oct 10, 2022 · 19 likes · 1,400 followers View post →
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