Study finds muscle memory helps regain strength quickly after long breaks from exercise.

Studies show that muscle memory allows individuals to regain strength quickly after breaks from strength training, even if the break exceeds two months. Participants in a Finnish study regained their muscle size and strength within five weeks of retraining after a 10-week hiatus, highlighting the body's ability to retain muscle information. The exact mechanisms behind muscle memory are still being researched but are believed to involve neuromuscular conditioning and changes in muscle cells and DNA.

November 26, 2024
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