Scientific bases for precompetition tapering strategies

Article Abstract:

Research points out that a taper considering a progressive nonlinear reduction of the exercise training load over a period of time has to minimize fatigue without compromizing adaptations by maintaining training intensity, training volume reduction by 60-90%, and frequency reduction by not more than 20%. Data indicate that duration of the taper is between 4 and more than 28 days.

Science & research, Spain, Research, Fatigue, Athletes

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Musculoskeletal response to exercise is greatest in women with low initial values

Article Abstract:

Research demonstrates that in women greatest improvements in hip bone mineral density, hip abductor strength, leg power, and postural stability occur with exercise beginning at the lowest initial value of a physiologic variable. Results indicate that such a progrm may reduce the risk of fractures in premenopausal women.

United States, Health aspects, Evaluation, Injuries, Prevention, Risk factors, Bone density, Fractures (Injuries), Fractures, Middle aged women

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