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Muscle Fiber Types: How Do We Know?
Muscle Fiber Types: How Do We Know?
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Length:
19 minutes
Released:
Jul 25, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Knowledge is power.
On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor Rick Richey, dips into the world mailbag, this one from Amman, Jordan, to address muscle fiber types.
He explains the three different types (slow-twitch, fast-twitch, Type I), the functionality of those fibers through study-based reference points, and why it’s important to train for what you want to do.
Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/3O0d0nk
On this episode of the “NASM-CPT Podcast,” host, and NASM Master Instructor Rick Richey, dips into the world mailbag, this one from Amman, Jordan, to address muscle fiber types.
He explains the three different types (slow-twitch, fast-twitch, Type I), the functionality of those fibers through study-based reference points, and why it’s important to train for what you want to do.
Did you hear? The most trusted name in fitness is now the most trusted name in sports performance nutrition. Become an NASM Certified Sports Nutrition Coach and optimize performance and recovery. https://bit.ly/3O0d0nk
Released:
Jul 25, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode
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