Current Results of Strength Training Research (Volume 1) (English shop)

An empirical and theoretical Approach

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The scientific volume “Current Results of Strength Training Research – An Empirical and Theoretical Approach”, edited by Jürgen Gießing, Michael Fröhlich, and Peter Preuss, presents empirical findings and theoretical concepts concerning the optimization of resistance training. The collection examines physiological mechanisms of muscle development, maximal strength improvement, and the effectiveness of different strength training methodologies. International research contributions investigate single-set versus multiple-set training, high-intensity versus high-volume resistance training, and the influence of training intensity, exercise duration, and recovery periods on muscular adaptations. Particular attention is given to muscle hypertrophy, strength endurance, and methods for evaluating individual strength performance, including one-repetition maximum testing and alternative assessment approaches. Additional topics include eccentric resistance training, range-of-motion variations, perceived exertion, and the relationship between myostatin function and muscle growth. The volume also explores strength development in older adults and practical training methods for recreational and fitness-oriented exercise. Combining experimental investigations with theoretical perspectives, the publication contributes to understanding strength training adaptations and offers insights for designing and evaluating resistance training programs in competitive sports, recreational fitness, and health-related exercise.