Cross-education: effects of age on rapid and maximal voluntary contractile characteristics in males
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DOI: 10.1007/s00421-019-04123-8
Abstract: PurposeThe purpose of this study was to determine the effect of age on the cross-education of rapid and maximal contractile properties for the knee extensors.MethodsYoung (n = 10; age = 21.1 ± 1.7 years) and older (n = 10; age = 65.3 ± 8.3 years) males performed unilateral isokinetic… read more here.
Keywords: contractile; age; rapid maximal; cross education ... See more keywords
Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu fighters present greatest rapid and maximal strength imbalances at extreme elbow angles.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2020.11.013
Abstract: BACKGROUND The performance of Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ) fighters is dependent on rapid and maximal elbow strength actions. Appropriate strength balance between elbow flexors (F) and extensors (E) across the full joint range of motion may… read more here.
Keywords: fighters present; strength; rapid maximal; elbow ... See more keywords