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Effects of Resistance Training Volume on Physical Function, Lean Body Mass and Lower-Body Muscle Hypertrophy and Strength in Older Adults: A Systematic Review and Network Meta-analysis of 151 Randomised Trials.
Sports medicine (Auckland, N.Z.)·January 1, 2025·PMID 39405023
Why it mattersIt clarifies the minimal effective dose of resistance training for older adults, showing that low volumes can meaningfully improve function and muscle mass, which is important for prescribing efficient, tolerable exercise regimens in clinical or wellness settings.
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