Calorie cutting slows muscle recovery, small study suggests
NCT ID NCT06623747
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at how eating fewer calories to lose weight affects recovery after weightlifting. Eight experienced weightlifters were observed to see how their muscles bounced back. The goal was to understand the impact of low energy availability on strength and performance.
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South Dakota State University
Brookings, South Dakota, 57006, United States
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