The Claim

In young adults, higher levels of perceived psychological stress are associated with impaired linear recovery of maximal isometric force during the first hour following strenuous resistance exercise, independent of fitness level, muscle mass, and exercise workload.

Source: Psychological stress impairs short-term muscular recovery from resistance exercise.

What the research says

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Correlation
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In plain English

If young adults feel more stressed, their muscles might not recover as quickly after a tough workout — and this isn't just because of how fit they are or how hard they worked out.

See the scientific wording

Higher levels of perceived psychological stress are associated with impaired linear recovery of maximal isometric force in the first hour after strenuous resistance exercise in young adults, independent of fitness level, muscle mass, and exercise workload.

What the research says

1 study
  1. Study: Psychological stress impairs short-term muscular recovery from resistance exercise.

    The study shows that stressed young people don’t regain muscle strength as quickly after a hard workout, even if they’re fit or strong. This matches the claim.

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