Healthy young individual
Conditions
Interventions
Participants will perform knee extension training twice weekly for 12 weeks. One leg will be trained using a plate-loaded machine, whereas the contralateral leg will be trained using a weight-stack ma
Sponsors
Ritsumeikan University
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Healthy young adults
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. Individuals who have performed exercises targeting the quadriceps femoris (e.g., knee extension exercises or squats) at least twice per week for 12 weeks or more within the past year, or who are currently engaged in such training. 2. Individuals with conditions that may interfere with study participation, including hepatic, renal, or cardiovascular diseases; respiratory disorders; endocrine or metabolic disorders; neurological disorders; disturbances of consciousness; vestibular dysfunction; sleep disorders; cardiovascular and circulatory diseases; diabetes mellitus (as defined by the criteria of the Japan Diabetes Society); or other conditions such as peripheral vascular reflex disorders, acute inflammation, skin diseases, or malignant tumors. 3. Individuals who have reported minor injuries within the past 4 weeks or severe musculoskeletal injuries within the past 6 months. 4. Individuals who are unable or unwilling to provide informed consent. 5. Individuals presenting with severe physical or mental conditions at the time of participation. 6. Individuals with a history of claustrophobia or panic disorder. 7. Individuals who are unable to remain at rest. 8. Individuals who are pregnant. 9. Individuals with a history of epileptic seizures. 10. Individuals with implanted medical devices such as cardiac pacemakers, defibrillators, or artificial heart valves. 11. Individuals with metal in their body (e.g., dental orthodontic bridges, crowns depending on material, clips, etc.). 12. Individuals with tattoos (as tattoo ink may react to magnetic fields).
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Muscle volume | — |
Countries
Japan
Contacts
Public ContactSumiaki Maeo
Ritsumeikan University Faculty of Sport and Health Science
Outcome results
None listed