Influence of 8-weeks of supervised static stretching or resistance training of pectoral major muscles on maximal strength, muscle thickness and range of motion.
Overall, the discussions emphasize that static stretching might offer comparable muscle growth benefits to resistance training, with examples like posts mentioning their personal trials of longer pauses and intense stretching routines. The tone varies from curiosity to skepticism, but the recurring focus on methodological details and real-world applications reflects a moderate to high level of engagement and interest in the research's potential impact.
AgreementModerate agreement
Most discussions recognize the study's findings that static stretching can enhance strength and hypertrophy similarly to resistance training, showing moderate agreement.
InterestHigh interest
The posts display high interest, with several discussing practical applications, measurement techniques, and personal experimentation.
EngagementModerate engagement
Users engage by sharing their own methods, such as longer pauses or specific stretching routines, indicating a moderate level of deep discussion.
ImpactModerate impact
The discussions highlight a potential shift in training approaches, suggesting this research could influence training routines, though some remain skeptical about practical implications.
Abstract in brief
The study found that both static stretching and resistance training increased the pectoralis major muscles' strength, size, and flexibility over 8 weeks, with no significant difference between the two methods in terms of strength and muscle growth.
Static stretching specifically improved flexibility and was shown to produce similar gains in strength and muscle hypertrophy as resistance training, though it requires longer durations and specific setups.
The research suggests that stretching could potentially substitute resistance training for strength and muscle growth, but practical application may be limited due to the time and equipment needed, making it more suitable for particular situations.
New study found intense stretching of the pecs (maximum tolerated stretch in a stretch machine) conducted 4x/wk for 15 mins per session produced similar pec hypertrophy to resistance training carried out 3x/wk. Several caveats but still interesting! https://t.co/pvYNSlLZZ3
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Daniel Berglind, PhD
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Stretching (pectoralis muscle)
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Daniel Berglind, PhD
@DanielBerglind · X
8 weeks of weighted stretching
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Greg Lehman
@GregLehman · X
Another paper suggesting many hold too strong opinions on things like stretching (both good and bad).
Here we have one showing static stretching can increase strength and hypertrophy
https://t.co/wAlKDZf3l8
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@Retlouping · X
Influence of 8‐wks of supervised static stretching or resistance training of pectoral major muscles on maximal strength, muscle thickness and range of motion https://t.co/G25VYMYMhT
Stretching showed increases in maximal strength & hypertrophy, comparable with resistance training https://t.co/pPo5EqWA7k
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This video discusses an 8-week study showing that static stretching can improve muscle strength, size, and flexibility similar to resistance training, offering an alternative approach for athletic training and recovery.
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@Roy_OrS · X
@ApolloKage Extreme (and I mean really extreme) stretching can cause as much muscle growth as weightlifting. The caveat being that it's much more unconformable/painful and less time efficient than just doing resistance training.
https://t.co/A9U0PwlDgC
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@SandCResearch Good morning.
I have to read this in full, but hoping you can touch on it in a post or podcast. CSA measurements were by ultrasound. On that note - what are the most and least accurate ways to measure CSA?
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@DIMENSION_YT @GeekNfit La tension d’étirements,un meilleur recrutement des fibres,meilleur entretien articulaire,meilleur circulation sanguine + moins de risques de blessures
Il y’a meme une etude qui montre des gains avec juste des étirements sous résistance (0 amplitude)
https://t.co/aKolyvAmv0
@dookiebutter100 I'm a huge fan of the stretch and pause. After this study came out I've started doing some sets with longer pauses like 5 seconds per rep. Not sure if that's more effective yet than the 1 - 2 second pause I was doing before but it feels freaking great. https://t.co/vUOoxz3swt
New study: while I wouldn’t recommended stretching as a replacement to resistance training, it does highlight the benefits of adding stretching into training. I’m continuing to look at stretching for Goalkeeper performance and injury prevention.
https://t.co/psjZPmQ6cX
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Hugo | Enseignant en APA
@Hugo_EAPA · X
Les étirements (muscle pectoral) :
- 15 min/jour
- 4 jours/semaine
ont des effets similaires sur l'hypertrophie que l'entraînement de résistance :
- 3 jours/semaine
- 5 × 12 répétitions
https://t.co/i4rYSOKPLL
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Mind Your Science!
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IGNACIO LOPEZ MORANCHEL
@LopezMoranchel · X
La tensión inducida por el estiramiento puede generar hipertrofia?? Parece ser que si… 8-weeks of supervised static stretching or resistance training of pectoral major muscles on maximal strength, muscle thickness and range of motion - PubMed https://t.co/xvcwCmgFjr
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MarcoAntonioMedeiros
@professormarcoa · X
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Here we have one sho…
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FT. Carlos Carmona
@CarmonaFisio · X
RT @AndrsLogrono: El estiramiento estático mostró aumentos en la fuerza máxima y la hipertrofia, que fueron similares con el entrenamiento…
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Daniel Godeassi
@dangodeassi · X
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Here we have one sho…
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Ft.Cristian
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Greg Lehman
@GregLehman · X
Another paper suggesting many hold too strong opinions on things like stretching (both good and bad).
Here we have one showing static stretching can increase strength and hypertrophy
https://t.co/wAlKDZf3l8
Jan 24, 2024 · 46 likes · 2 shares · 46,712 followersView post →
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Andrés Logroño
@AndrsLogrono · X
El estiramiento estático mostró aumentos en la fuerza máxima y la hipertrofia, que fueron similares con el entrenamiento de peso comúnmente utilizado en pectorales.
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@Ap_Coach Amedio
@ap_coach · X
Hypertrophy rev
(Wohlann, 24)
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Mechanosensory
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Provide breadth to relevant concepts &↗️effectiveness of plans seeking to↗️mvmt. & ↘️ Injury
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Lorenzo S.Wayne
@LorenzoSWayne · X
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Nick Krontiris
@nick_krontiris · X
Influence of 8-weeks of supervised static stretching or resistance training of pectoral major muscles on maximal strength, muscle thickness and range of motion (open access)
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#exercise #GymLife #muscle #strength #lift #GetStrong #hypertrophy #gainz #gains
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Federico Ziella
@coach_zi · X
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Redzal Abu Hanifah
@docredzal · X
Influence of 8‑weeks of supervised static stretching or resistance training of pectoral major muscles on maximal strength, muscle thickness and range of motion https://t.co/1tyOn91z80
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Alex
@AlexViKu · X
I don't believe that 15 min of stretching can increase the same hypertrophy as resistance training. I think there's a problem with the measurement of hypertrophy.
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Marco Russo
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Fitness.sin.filtros
@Ernessttoo · X
15min, 4 v/s de estiramientos estáticos vs 'the machina butterfly' 3 v/s, 5x12-10, dan similares resultados en hipertrofia de pectorales.
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ストレッチは筋トレと同等の筋力向上、筋肥大の効果がある。
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@Retlouping · X
Influence of 8‐wks of supervised static stretching or resistance training of pectoral major muscles on maximal strength, muscle thickness and range of motion https://t.co/G25VYMYMhT
Stretching showed increases in maximal strength & hypertrophy, comparable with resistance training https://t.co/pPo5EqWA7k
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John Warner
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Yeysi Penni
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Brad Schoenfeld, PhD
@BradSchoenfeld · X
New study found intense stretching of the pecs (maximum tolerated stretch in a stretch machine) conducted 4x/wk for 15 mins per session produced similar pec hypertrophy to resistance training carried out 3x/wk. Several caveats but still interesting! https://t.co/pvYNSlLZZ3
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