Tag · 3 articles
training science
research·8 min read
Muscle Damage Not Required for Growth: Paradigm Shift
Creatine kinase drops 50-80% within weeks, yet hypertrophy keeps climbing. New evidence separates DOMS from growth drivers and how to program without it.
hypertrophy·muscle damage·DOMS
research·10 min read
Supercompensation Model: Training-Fatigue-Adaptation Science
The supercompensation curve is still taught as gospel, but real data fits the fitness-fatigue model better. Here are the timing windows and design rules.
supercompensation·periodization·fitness-fatigue model
research·9 min read
EMG Signal Interpretation for Training Applications
How to read EMG signals for training decisions: muscle activation norms, fatigue indices, RMS vs peak amplitude, and practical applications for coaches.
EMG·electromyography·muscle activation