Effects of Exercise Training on Muscle Function—2nd Edition
A special issue of Life (ISSN 2075-1729). This special issue belongs to the section "Physiology and Pathology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 March 2026 | Viewed by 1
Special Issue Editors
Interests: resistance training; football; track and field; sprint; strength and conditioning
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Interests: training and testing; football; team sports; strength and conditioning
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Exercise training has emerged as a vital tool in optimizing athletic performance and overall fitness. This Special Issue will unravel the intricate mechanisms underlying how these training modalities influence muscle function at various levels.
Resistance training, characterized by progressively more challenging muscular contractions, has shown the capacity to induce muscle hypertrophy, enhance strength, and improve functional abilities. Similarly, HIIT, involving brief bursts of intense exercise followed by recovery periods, has gained attention due to its potential to boost cardiovascular fitness and metabolic efficiency, potentially affecting muscle fibre composition.
Through a collection of research articles and reviews, this Special Issue will provide a comprehensive exploration of the effects of resistance training and HIIT on muscle function. We invite submissions elucidating the molecular, cellular, and physiological adaptations that drive these improvements. Additionally, we encourage investigations into their integration into sports training and protocols, as well as potential synergies between these modalities.
This Special Issue will serve as a platform to enrich our understanding of how exercise training influences muscle function, providing invaluable insights for both practitioners and researchers. Together, we will bridge the gap between theory and practice, fostering a deeper comprehension of how these training modalities can optimize muscle function and, ultimately, elevate physical performance.
Dr. Marco Duca
Dr. Athos Trecroci
Guest Editors
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Keywords
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exercise
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training
- muscle function
- resistance training
- HIIT
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