Can unpredictable rhythms supercharge your strength training?

NCT ID NCT06532786

First seen Jan 17, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 22 times

Summary

This study looks at how different types of strength training—using a steady beat, a variable beat, or no beat at all—change the way the brain talks to muscles. Researchers will measure brain activity and muscle strength in 60 healthy adults aged 18 to 40 over four weeks. The goal is to see if adding natural movement variability can speed up brain adaptations, which could help improve injury rehab.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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Locations

  • Egas Moniz School of Health & Science

    RECRUITING

    Almada, Monte de Caparica, 2829-699, Portugal

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