Reply With QuoteHere's a simple answer: size does not always equal strength.
I there such a thing as condensed muscle?
Results 1 to 12 of 12
-
07-02-2002, 08:46 AM #1Registered User
- Join Date
- Jun 2002
- Location
- Indiana
- Posts
- 97
- Rep Points
- 10
I there such a thing as condensed muscle?
I was wondering if there was such a thing as condensed muscle. I have noticed before that some slim runner types with small muscles can lift as much as or sometimes more than some of the large muscled lifter types? How can these samller mucles lift the same as larger ones?
Are the runners muslces more compact or somthing? Is it the cardio? Alot of these runner also play soccor. So they do a ton of running.
-
07-02-2002, 10:36 AM #2I'm CEO, Bitch! ADMINISTRATOR
- Join Date
- Nov 2000
- Gender
- Location
- A Virtual Reality
- Posts
- 53,762
- Rep Points
- 1602894491
-
07-02-2002, 10:44 AM #3Is Doin It 4 Da Shorteez
- Join Date
- May 2002
- Gender
- Location
- Sin City
- Posts
- 12,514
- Rep Points
- 350347898
there are many variables that ultimately determine strength...
I train differently than most, my beef is with gravity the weights on the bar are just the medium...Thanks to Wall Street your slice of the American Pie has been reduced to a crumb.
-
07-02-2002, 11:08 AM #4Registered User
- Join Date
- Jun 2002
- Location
- Indiana
- Posts
- 97
- Rep Points
- 10
Like what?
Genetics, etc.?
-
07-02-2002, 11:56 AM #5Training Trainer ELITE MEMBER
- Join Date
- Apr 2002
- Location
- Running around somewhere
- Posts
- 2,712
- Rep Points
- 3356012
One of the most important is neurological IMO...if your body does not think it can lift a weight or know how to properly then it is much harder.
Today I can do what others will not so that tomorrow I will do what others cannot.
The difference between winners and losers is that winners do things that losers don't want to do.
-
07-02-2002, 12:08 PM #6Registered User
- Join Date
- Jun 2002
- Location
- Indiana
- Posts
- 97
- Rep Points
- 10
Is there any way to improve this IMO?
What does that stand for anyway?
-
07-02-2002, 01:33 PM #7Is Doin It 4 Da Shorteez
- Join Date
- May 2002
- Gender
- Location
- Sin City
- Posts
- 12,514
- Rep Points
- 350347898
regarding your question about condensed muscle...
muscle density varies from person to person. it is why 2 persons with the same stats and bf% can look completely different as one person can have a much higher muscle density in that they have a much greater volume of muscle fibers in a given area as compaired to the other...I train differently than most, my beef is with gravity the weights on the bar are just the medium...Thanks to Wall Street your slice of the American Pie has been reduced to a crumb.
-
07-02-2002, 02:08 PM #8Designer Supplements
- Join Date
- Dec 2000
- Location
- Newcastle
- Posts
- 5,141
- Rep Points
- 3607030
But generally speaking, a larger muscle is a stronger one (unless something has gone wrong).Originally posted by Prince
Here's a simple answer: size does not always equal strength.
variables:
Biomechanics, muscle mass, muscle make up eg fibre types, CNS, glycogen (not a very big player though) there's some others that escape me right now.Being held down by The Man
-
07-02-2002, 02:18 PM #9Is Doin It 4 Da Shorteez
- Join Date
- May 2002
- Gender
- Location
- Sin City
- Posts
- 12,514
- Rep Points
- 350347898
muscle, ligament and tendon tensile strength are some other variables...
I train differently than most, my beef is with gravity the weights on the bar are just the medium...Thanks to Wall Street your slice of the American Pie has been reduced to a crumb.
-
07-02-2002, 03:20 PM #10Super Moderator SUPER MODERATOR
- Join Date
- Jun 2002
- Gender
- Location
- Bay Area
- Posts
- 24,268
- Rep Points
- 52981667
Yep, you've got 173 pound guys benching 600 pounds soOriginally posted by Prince
Here's a simple answer: size does not always equal strength.
Different runner types have different muscle types favored. Sprinters have fast twitch fibers in a larger %, and long distance runners are favoring slow twitch 'endurance' fibers.Motivation Bench form Charles Poliquin When I let go of what I am, I become what I might be. Lao-Tzu
Disclaimer: All health, fitness, diet, nutrition, anabolic steroid & supplement information posted here is intended for educational and informational purposes only, and is not intended as a substitute for proper medical advice from a medical doctor. We do not condone the use of anabolic steroids (AAS), all information about AAS is for educational and entertainment purposes only. If you choose to use AAS it's your responsibility to know the laws of the country that you live in. Consult your physician or health care professional before performing any of the exercises, or following any diet, nutrition or supplement advice described on this website.
-
07-02-2002, 06:27 PM #11Registered User
- Join Date
- Jun 2002
- Location
- Indiana
- Posts
- 97
- Rep Points
- 10
Yah....my friends father (ex-army and marines)is about half a foot shorter than me(oh...im 6 foot).....and you wouldnt think him that strong, but when he was in highschool wrestling he weightlifted and he could bench 300+ lbs. I dont think that he weighed more than 150 lbs. Maybe around 140 or so.
-
07-03-2002, 08:43 AM #12Go Away Body Fat ELITE MEMBER
- Join Date
- May 2002
- Location
- Jacksonville
- Posts
- 819
- Rep Points
- 98130
lol IMO stands for In My OpinionOriginally posted by msoper
Is there any way to improve this IMO?
What does that stand for anyway?My "Quest for Strength" Journal
The Cheapest Supplement is knowledge!
Follow me on Vi-Net, Health and Prosperity
Similar Threads
-
The Worst Thing You Can Do To Ruin Long Term Muscle Growth
By Prince in forum Natural and Teen BodybuildingReplies: 22Last Post: 03-09-2012, 09:09 PM -
last thing before bed
By leg_press in forum Diet & NutritionReplies: 7Last Post: 04-12-2009, 12:37 PM -
And ANOTHER thing!!!
By ALBOB in forum SportsReplies: 6Last Post: 10-25-2001, 11:33 AM
Posting Permissions
DISCLAIMER:
All health, fitness, diet, nutrition & supplement information presented on IronMagazineForums.com's pages is intended as an educational resource and is not intended as a substitute for proper medical advice. We do not condone the use of anabolic steroids (AAS), all information about AAS is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Consult your physician or health care professional before performing any of the exercises, or following any diet, nutrition or supplement advice described on this website. As well as any exercise technique or regimen, diet, supplement, etc., particularly if you are pregnant or nursing, or if you are elderly or have chronic or recurring medical conditions. Discontinue any exercise that causes you pain or severe discomfort and consult a medical expert. The statements made about products have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (U.S.). They are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any condition or disease. Please consult with your own physician or health care practitioner regarding the suggestions and recommendations made at IronMagazineForums.com. Neither the author of the information, nor the producer, nor distributors of such information make any warranty of any kind in regard to the content of the information presented on this website. Except as specifically stated on this site, neither IronMagazineForums.com, nor any of its authors or other representatives will be liable for damages arising out of, or in connection with the use of this site. This is a comprehensive limitation of liability that applies to all damages of any kind, including (without limitation) compensatory, direct, indirect or consequential damages, loss of data, income or profit, loss of or damage to property and claims of third parties. Sponsors pay for advertising space, we have no affiliation with the companies that have banners displayed on our websites. Please be advised it is your responsibility to check the laws that govern your country, state, or province in regards to items offered by some companies you may read about on this site.