Is lifting heavy overrated?
Article Abstract:
Lifting moderate weights rather than heavy ones reduces injury and recovery time. Large muscles can be built by lifting moderate loads because most of the available muscle fibers are activated by loads of 50% of maximum capacity.
Publication Name: Joe Weider's Muscle & Fitness
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0744-5105
Year: 1992
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Getting back on track
Article Abstract:
A bodybuilder resuming workouts after a period of time should set realistic goals and avoid expectations that are too high. An easy, conservative beginning establishes good training habits and lowers risk of injury.
Publication Name: Joe Weider's Muscle & Fitness
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0744-5105
Year: 1992
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Too much!
Article Abstract:
Bodybuilders risk overtraining when they use so much of their energy reserves in a workout that they cannot fully recover between workouts. Overtraining can be avoided by cutting back on the length of workouts.
Publication Name: Joe Weider's Muscle & Fitness
Subject: Health
ISSN: 0744-5105
Year: 1992
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