Neural Adaptations in Strength Training

<p>Previously inactive motor units are activated (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Assessing electrical activity of muscles (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>2-4 fold (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increased force by optimizing muscle activation patterns (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Greater force output (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The force of combined single limbs is higher than the force of both limbs contracting together. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It decreases the variability in the temporal sequence of motor unit firing, leading to more units firing at the same time. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It is easier to activate the muscle. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It increases the strength of nerve impulses. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Coordination of movement and muscle activity. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Motor unit behaviour during submaximal contractions (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Adaptations in coactivation after isometric resistance training. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The neural system divides resources to engage both units. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hamstring coactivation decreased by 20% in the first week and a further 13% in the second week. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Study isometrically in fully stable situations (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Increased pennation angle. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It exhibits non-homogenous adaptations with resistance training. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Impact non-paralyzed and paralyzed skeletal muscles. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fiber type ratio. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sprinters have a different distribution of fiber types. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They have a low proportion of IIx, but a very high proportion of IIa fibers. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The peak level of muscle activation through motor unit recruitment and rate coding.

The process of activating additional motor units to increase force production during muscle contractions.

The increase in firing frequency of motor units as force demands rise, allowing for greater force production.

The ability of neurons to respond to stimulation, influencing muscle activation and force production.

A technique for measuring the electrical activity of muscles, aiding in the assessment of muscle activation.

A non-invasive method used to stimulate the brain and assess the neural control of muscle activity.

A method to evaluate muscle activation by delivering electrical stimulation during contractions to measure force levels.

Simultaneous activation of opposing muscles to stabilize joints and improve control during movement.

Condition where both limbs contract together, resulting in lower force than if one limb contracts alone.

Training can reduce bilateral limb deficit, enhancing performances of both limbs simultaneously.

The timing pattern of motor unit firing during muscle contraction can vary; training reduces this variability.

Training leads to decreased variability in motor unit firing, enhancing synchronization.

Increased readiness to activate motor units, seen with reduced recruitment thresholds after training.

Increased nerve impulse strength along pathways that have been frequently activated, occurring with training.

Improved coordination of movement and muscle activity leads to increased force from a neural perspective.

Simultaneous activation of opposing muscles to stabilize and enhance force production during movements.

The simultaneous activation of the hamstring and quadriceps during knee movements.

Changes in muscle activation and coactivation from resistance training without joint movement.

Alterations in muscle structure, including pennation angle and cross-sectional area (CSA).

Distribution of different muscle fibers, i.e., fast-twitch vs slow-twitch.

High power athletes have a different muscle fiber distribution than endurance athletes.

The degree of external load can affect muscle adaptation and fiber composition.

The vastus lateralis shows non-homogenous adaptations after resistance training.

The group that does not undergo training shows no change in muscle coactivation.