The Claim
Among recreationally trained young adults performing bench press exercises at 75% one-repetition maximum with one- or two-minute rest intervals, women exhibit higher average power output maintenance across multiple sets compared to men, with statistically significant differences observed under both rest conditions.
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 adults doing bench presses at 75% of their maximum strength, women maintain their power output better than men across multiple sets, regardless of whether they rest one or two minutes between sets.
See the scientific wording
In recreationally trained young adults performing bench press exercises at 75% one-repetition maximum with one- or two-minute rest intervals, women maintain average power output more effectively than men across multiple sets, with statistically significant differences observed in both rest conditions (p=0.000056 for one-minute, p=0.013725 for two-minute rest), suggesting sex-based differences in fatigue resistance during high-repetition resistance training.
Women's muscles use energy more efficiently during repeated lifting, clear out waste products faster, and sustain force production longer than men's muscles under the same workload.
What the research says
1 studyWhen men and women with some gym experience lift the same weight for several sets with short breaks, the women were better at keeping their power strong throughout all the sets — meaning they didn’t get as tired as fast.
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.