Muscle hypertrophy is not just relevant for the dream of big biceps. Photo: Getty Images Whether it’s bigger biceps, a broader back, or stronger thighs, building muscle is desirable not just for ...

Objective To determine how distinct combinations of resistance training prescription (RTx) variables (load, sets and frequency) affect muscle strength and hypertrophy. Data sources MEDLINE, Embase, ...

For decades, lifters were told there was a "magic" rep range for hypertrophy — traditionally 8–12 reps. While this range is indeed effective, modern research has shown that muscle growth can occur ...

Upregulation of PGC-1α in the mouse heart during exercise training maintains mitochondrial homeostasis and promotes physiological hypertrophy by suppressing the stress-induced production of GDF15 in ...