Category: athletic performance

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How to Train Type 2 Muscle Fibers for Better Strength and Explosiveness

What do a mixed martial artist, a sprinter, and an Olympic weightlifter have in common? Besides a drawer full of spandex, they all rely heavily on type 2 muscle fibers, also known as fast-twitch muscle fibers. Type 2 muscle fibers give a roundhouse kick more oomph and a barbell snatch its signature snap. But even […]