The benefits of strength training on musculoskeletal system health : practical applications for interdisciplinary care

Maestroni, L; Read, P; Bishop, C; Papadopoulos, K; Suchomel, TJ; Comfort, P; Turner, A

Abstract

Global health organizations have provided recommendations regarding exercise for the general population. Strength training has been included in several position statements due to its multi-systemic benefits. In this narrative review, we examine the available literature, first explaining how specific mechanical loading is converted into positive cellular responses. Secondly, benefits related to specific musculoskeletal tissues are discussed, with practical applications and training programmes clearly outlined for both common musculoskeletal disorders and primary prevention strategies.

• Journal Article Type: Article
• Acceptance Date: Jun 7, 2020
• Online Publication Date: Jun 20, 2020
• Publication Date: Aug 1, 2020
• Deposit Date: Jul 7, 2020
• Publicly Available Date: Jun 20, 2021
• Journal: Sports Medicine
• Print ISSN: 0112-1642
• Electronic ISSN: 1179-2035
• Publisher: Springer Verlag
• Volume: 50
• Pages: 1431-1450
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s40279-020-01309-5
• Publisher URL: https://doi.org/10.1007/s40279-020-01309-5
• Related Public URLs: http://www.springer.com/medicine/journal/40279