Can neuromuscular differences manifest by early adolescence in males between predominantly endurance and strength sports?

Baptiste TarritYoann M GarnierAnthony BiratCassio V RuasEster EstevamMélanie RanceClaire MorelStéphane NottinAna-Claudia Mattiello-SverzutKazunori NosakaAnthony J BlazevichRonei S PintoSébastien Ratel

Published in: European journal of applied physiology (2024)

The wrestlers were stronger than triathletes and controls, potentially as a result of muscle architectural differences and a greater neural activation. Neuromuscular differences can already be detected by early adolescence in males between predominantly endurance and strength sports, which may result from selection bias and/or physical training.

Keyphrases

skeletal muscle
depressive symptoms
high intensity
physical activity
resistance training
mental health
african american
high school