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Long-Length, Not Action, Causes Muscle Damage
Muscle damage is usually blamed on eccentric work, but this paper tests whether that is really about contraction type or
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The Performance-Injury Paradox: More Athleticism, More Risk?
Almost three decades ago, The Notorious B.I.G. warned us: “Mo Money Mo Problems.” In sport, it translates perfectly.
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Unilateral vs Bilateral Training: What the Science Really Says
Coaches love to debate single-leg versus bilateral lifts. Some argue single-leg work is more “functional.” Others swear by bilateral lifts
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Mythology of Youth Resistance Training
For years, youth resistance training has been shadowed by outdated myths. For example: * Many parents still believe lifting will stunt
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Does the 10 Percent Asymmetry Rule Actually Matter?
Basketball is full of asymmetric actions, from driving off one foot to repeatedly landing on different legs. As a result,
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Low-Load BFR Training Matches High-Load for Achilles Adaptations
Coaches typically assume tendons only adapt under heavy loads. Low-load BFR is popular in rehab and return-to-play settings, but we
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Strength Profiles, Season-Long Changes, and Reinjury Patterns in Elite Rugby Union
Lower-limb muscle injuries remain one of the biggest performance and availability issues in rugby. Hamstring and hip/groin injuries often
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Isometric Ankle Work Improves Change of Direction in Pro Hoopers
Ankle injuries are one of the most common issues in court sports, and limited dorsiflexion is tied to worse landing
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Does COD Training Transfer Beyond the Drill? A Soccer Case Study
COD is not one thing. Different tests capture different skills with low shared variance, so coaches often misjudge transfer. For
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Tendons Need Time: What Happens When You Train Hard Without Enough Rest
If training loads are too frequent, without rest, tendons may strain more and break down. This study tested how the