European Journal of Applied Physiology
Lower-effort cycling improved strength in sedentary adults
Leg strength rose 14% with muscle-lengthening cycling intervals versus 24% with conventional intervals over 12 weeks; only conventional intervals improved aerobic…Leg strength rose 14% with muscle-lengthening cycling intervals versus 24% with conventional intervals over 12 weeks; only conventional intervals improved aerobic fitness.
Non-randomized trial · 43 peopleInterventions
Who was studied43 sedentary adults, 12 weeks, against conventional intervals
What changedMaximum thigh-muscle strength rose 14% with muscle-lengthening intervals against 24% with conventional intervals
The catchOnly 13 to 15 adults per group in the trial