How long does the repeated bout effect last?

Following an initial “damage bout,” a repeated bout results in reduced symptoms. This protective effect is known as the repeated bout effect (RBE) and can last up to 24 weeks between bouts.

What is muscle damage theory?

The ‘cellular theory’ predicts that muscle damage is the result of irreversible sarcomere strain during eccentric contractions. Sarcomere lengths are thought to be highly non-uniform during eccentric contractions, with some sarcomeres stretched beyond myofilament overlap.

How does the repeated bout effect work?

The repeated bout effect refers to the adaptation whereby a single bout of eccentric exercise protects against muscle damage from subsequent eccentric bouts.

What effect did repeating the exercise over time have on the muscles used?

a. With 30 minutes of rest, the muscles could possibly perform the same, if not better. The muscles have had time to recover, and are now familiar with the exercise, therefore able to perform better. If there were microscopic tears, the muscles would still be able to perform, however there may be pain or discomfort.

What is the meaning of the repeated bout effect?

The repeated bout effect simply states that after performing an exercise once, there is a protective effect against muscle damage…

Why is there a repeated bout effect in exercise?

This is largely due to the repeated bout effect. The repeated bout effect simply states that after performing an exercise once, there is a protective effect against muscle damage in subsequent bouts of similar exercise.

What happens when you do a repeated bout of squats?

When you perform a new squat workout your body will experience a new stimulus that stresses your muscles and, eventually, results in muscle soreness. However, the way you respond to this new stimulus is not constant. Researchers have found that “a repeated bout results in reduced symptoms.”