High 1RM Tests Reproducibility and Validity are not Dependent on Training Experience, Muscle Group Tested or Strength Level in Older Women

• Main Authors: Matheus Barbalho (Author), Paulo Gentil (Author), Rodolfo Raiol (Author), Fabrício Boscolo Del Vecchio (Author), Rodrigo Ramirez-Campillo (Author), Victor Silveira Coswig (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: MDPI AG, 2018-12-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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Background: The maximal one-repetition test (1-RM) is widely used in scientific research; however, there are conflicting results regarding its reproducibility in elderly populations. The present study aimed to analyze the reproducibility of the test both before and after a 12-week training period by...