MYOTYPES: The relevance of muscle fiber typology in sports

A practical & illustrated guide for the general public & sport coaches!

Eline Lievens, Flore Stassen and Wim Derave - UGhent

 

This beautifully illustrated guide answers questions a coach should ask himself.

Did you know...

... that training can increase the oxidative capacity of fast-twitch fibers to such extent that they become more oxidative than untrained slow-twitch fibers?

… there are 3 myotypes?

… that a talent transfer from cyclo-cross to road cycling is likely to succeed based on similar muscle typology requirements?

… that even athletes performing in the same discipline may still differ in myotype and therefore need individualized training load and recovery for optimal performance?

… that next to fast-twitch fibers, a high muscle volume can also positively influence power?

… you can prevent injuries by individualizing the training program of your team based on the muscle fiber typology of your players

… IIx fibers (formerly known as IIb fibers) might not play an important role for sports performance in most sports.

This is the link to the guide

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