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Research Spotlight articles share quick breakdowns of interesting studies.

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Is heavier training or higher-rep training better in an energy deficit?

Until very recently, there weren’t longitudinal studies testing the effects of different resistance training protocols on changes in body composition during an energy deficit. A new study by Carlson and colleagues finally provides us with a bit of data that’s relevant to this debate.

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.

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.

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