Listen "22 - Single vs. Multi-Joint. How Exercise Type Shapes Recovery and Muscle Damage"
Episode Synopsis
Why do some workouts leave you sore for days, while others don’t? In this episode, we dive into new research comparing single-joint vs. multi-joint exercises and their impact on recovery, muscle swelling, and performance. You’ll learn: • Which exercises cause more functional fatigue • How muscle damage varies between the rectus femoris and vastus lateralis • Why you might feel recovered before your muscles actually are • How to use this science to tailor training for strength, power, or hypertrophyWhether you’re a coach, clinician, or gym rat, this episode helps you optimise performance and recovery by choosing the right exercises for the right goals
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