Low-dose Maximal-intent Versus Controlled-tempo Resistance Training on Quality-of-life in Adults

Comparison of Low-dose Maximal-intent Versus Controlled-tempo Resistance Training on Quality-of-life, Functional Capacity, and Strength in Untrained Healthy Adults: a Randomised Controlled Trial

The aims of this study were to:

1. Compare the effects of low-dose Maximal Intent and Controlled Tempo Resistance Training on untrained healthy adults' quality-of-life, functional capacity, and strength.
2. Qualitatively explore perceptions of Maximal Intent and Controlled Tempo Resistance Training.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Participants were eligible if they were between 30-60 years old
• Uninjured
• Had no cardiovascular or neuromuscular conditions
• Had not participated in lower-limb RT in the previous six months.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Participants were excluded if they had either taken part in any lower-limb RT in the last six months
• Had underlying health condition(s) that prevented them from participating in RT
• Regularly met or exceeded the UK recommended PA guideline of 150-minutes of moderate to intense PA per week.