22 - Single vs. Multi-Joint. How Exercise Type Shapes Recovery and Muscle Damage

13/07/2025 14 min

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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