Beneficial Effects of Extract Supplementation on Muscle Mass and Strength following Resistance Training and Detraining in Healthy Males.

The phytoecdysteroid 20-hydroxyecdysone (20E) is widely used for resistance training (RT). Little is known about its potential ergogenic value and detraining effects post-RT. This study aimed to examine the effects of 20E extracted from () on muscle strength and mass, as well as anabolic and catabolic hormones following RT and detraining.