In-Depth Articles on Resistance Physiology
Detailed explorations of mechanisms, research evidence, and physiological interactions between resistance training and energy restriction.
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Each article below examines specific physiological aspects and integrates current research evidence. Explore topics ranging from cellular signalling mechanisms to longitudinal study outcomes.
Muscle Protein Synthesis Regulation During Energy Restriction
An exploration of anabolic signalling pathways, mTOR regulation, amino acid sensing, and protein turnover dynamics in hypocaloric conditions. Learn how the body balances protein breakdown and synthesis when energy is restricted.
Read the detailed physiological explanationMechanical Tension as a Stimulus in Energy Deficit
Analysis of how load application generates adaptive signals independent of energy status. This article focuses on tension magnitude, training variables, and the mechanisms by which mechanical stress stimulates muscle adaptation despite caloric restriction.
Learn more about resistance adaptationsStrength Adaptations in Hypocaloric States: Research Data
A summary of longitudinal research findings on strength changes, neural adaptation factors, and mechanical adaptations observed during energy restriction combined with resistance training. Includes interpretation of meta-analytic data.
Explore energy deficit researchEnergy Expenditure Contribution from Resistance Training
Quantification of how resistance exercise affects total daily energy expenditure through acute exercise cost, excess post-exercise oxygen consumption (EPOC), and chronic resting energy expenditure (REE) elevation.
Continue to related muscle physiology topicsAMPK-mTOR Crosstalk in Restricted Energy Availability
A mechanistic examination of metabolic sensing pathways, energy-dependent signalling switches, and how resistance training-induced signals override AMPK suppression to permit protein synthesis during energy deficit.
Read the detailed physiological explanationLean Mass Outcomes in Combined Diet and Resistance Studies
Meta-analytic review of clinical trial data examining lean mass preservation, body composition changes, and outcomes across varying deficit magnitudes, training intensities, and intervention durations.
Learn more about resistance adaptationsImportant Limitations and Context
All articles on this resource present educational information and research summaries. Content is informational only and does not constitute personal recommendations or exercise guidance.
Individual responses to training and energy deficit vary based on genetics, training history, age, and other factors. Observations presented represent trends from population-level research and may not apply to specific individuals.