How do ketogenic diets impact performance and body composition in trained adults?
A new meta-analysis examines the effects of ketogenic diets on body composition and performance outcomes in comparison to alternative diets.
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Does high-rep training actually improve strength endurance more than heavier training?
“Strength endurance” is a surprisingly nuanced concept, and it’s not clear-cut that high-rep training is always best. A recent meta-analysis by Hackett and colleagues beautifully illustrates this.
Does food timing matter for weight loss?
Eric Trexler breaks down a recent study on the associations between the timing of eating and weight loss in calorically restricted healthy adults.
What gives out when you fail a heavy squat?
In a new study, Larsen and colleagues found that hip extension moments increased as loads increased, but that knee extension moments were virtually identical with all three loads.
Using psychology research to maximize the benefits of exercise
Zhang et al recently assessed relationships between exercise habits, psychological needs, and psychological outcomes.
Modeling strength gains over time
Predicting and projecting strength gains over time has utility for lifters and coaches. A recent study by Steele and colleagues helps us better understand the typical trajectory and time course of strength gains.
How to effectively track changes in body composition
A recent study by Tinsley et al investigated methods of tracking changes in body composition in 19 subjects who were trying to gain weight.
How much does sleep loss affect strength performance?
A recent meta-analysis by Craven and colleagues summarized the acute research investigating the impact of sleep duration on performance.
Caffeine habituation and sensitivity to ergogenic effects
A recent meta-analysis by Carvalho et al sought to determine if habitual caffeine consumption influences the acute ergogenic effect of caffeine.
Squatting with bands may be ideal for improving jumping performance
A recent study by Shi and colleagues aimed to compare the effects of squatting with straight weight versus squatting with bands for improving maximal strength and explosive performance.
Should we replace the beta-alanine in our pre-workout supplements?
More studies are investigating a new supplementation strategy: combining carnosine and anserine.
Is your split jerk limited by upper body or lower body strength?
A recent study by Soriano et al assessed 1RM split jerk, strict overhead press, and back squat strength in 33 competitive weightlifters (20 males and 13 females).