Does combined strength training and local vibration improve isometric maximum force? A pilot study.

Background: The aim of the study was to determine whether a combination of strength training (ST) and local vibration (LV) improved the isometric maximum force of arm flexor muscles. ST was applied to the left arm of the subjects; LV was applied to the right arm of the same subjects. The main aim was to examine the effect of LV during a dumbbell biceps curl (Scott Curl) on isometric maximum force of the opposite muscle among the same subjects.

Effect of Segment-Body Vibration on Strength Parameters.

Background: In this study, we examine the biomechanical advantage of combining localized vibrations to hamstring muscles involved in a traditional resistance training routine.

Methods: Thirty-six male and female participants with at least 2 years of experience in resistance training were recruited from the German Sport University Cologne. The participants were randomized into two training groups: vibration training group (VG) and traditional training group (TTG).

Mechanical load and physiological responses of four different resistance training methods in bench press exercise.

The purpose of the study was to compare the mechanical impact and the corresponding physiological responses of 4 different and often practically applied resistance training methods (RTMs). Ten healthy male subjects (27.3 ± 3.

A mathematical model for lactate transport to red blood cells.

A simple mathematical model for the transport of lactate from plasma to red blood cells (RBCs) during and after exercise is proposed based on our experimental studies for the lactate concentrations in RBCs and in plasma. In addition to the influx associated with the plasma-to-RBC lactate concentration gradient, it is argued that an efflux must exist. The efflux rate is assumed to be proportional to the lactate concentration in RBCs.

Effects of resistance training in children and adolescents: a meta-analysis.

Context: Although physiologic benefits of resistance training for children and adolescents have been well documented, the impact of age and maturity on trainability of muscle strength remains poorly understood.

Objective: To assess the effects of resistance training in different age groups and maturity levels.

Methods: We searched electronic bibliographic databases, key journals, and reference lists of reviews, book chapters, and articles.

Warming-Up Affects Performance and Lactate Distribution between Plasma and Red Blood Cells.

Warming-up (WU) is a widely used preparation for training and competition. However, little is known about the potential mechanisms of WU on performance and on the lactate distribution in the blood compartment. The purpose of the present study was to investigate whether different WU procedures affect performance and lactate distribution between plasma and red blood cells (RBCs) after maximal exercise.