The Claim
In young, resistance-trained men, the medicine-ball throw is a reliable and valid field test for detecting acute neuromuscular fatigue following resistance training, with a test-retest reliability of ICC = 0.96 and coefficient of variation of 9.5–9.9%.
What the research says
Supports is higher
Support is ahead, but a single strong opposing study can change this.
These are independent scores, not a percentage. Higher-grade studies count more, so a single strong opposing study can outweigh several weaker ones.
In young men who regularly lift weights, the medicine-ball throw accurately measures short-term muscle fatigue after a workout, with consistent results across repeated tests.
See the scientific wording
In young, resistance-trained men, the medicine-ball throw is a reliable and valid field test for detecting acute neuromuscular fatigue following resistance training, with a test-retest reliability of ICC = 0.96 and coefficient of variation of 9.5–9.9%.
After intense upper-body lifting, waste products build up in the muscles, which slows down the muscle fibers' ability to contract forcefully. This reduces the power of explosive movements like throwing a medicine ball, even after short rest periods.
What the research says
1 studyThis study showed that after a tough upper-body workout, athletes threw the medicine ball less far — meaning the test can tell when they’re tired. It’s a simple, cheap way to check for fatigue instead of using expensive machines.
Score breakdown, mechanism chain, raw evidence, ideal studies needed & 1 supporting studies
Not medical advice. For informational purposes only. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making health decisions.