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Covariance of Isometric and Dynamic Arm Contractions: Multivariate Genetic Analysis

Abstract

The purpose of the present study was to examine genetic and environmental contributions to individual differences in maximal isometric, concentric and eccentric muscle strength and muscle cross-sectional area (MCSA) of the elbow flexors. A generality versus specificity hypothesis was explored to test whether the 4 strength variables share a genetic component or common factors in the environment or whether the genetic/environmental factors are …

Authors

De Mars G; Thomis MAI; Windelinckx A; Van Leemputte M; Maes HH; Blimkie CJ; Claessens AL; Vlietinck R; Beunen G

Journal

Twin Research and Human Genetics, Vol. 10, No. 1, pp. 180–190

Publisher

Cambridge University Press (CUP)

Publication Date

February 1, 2007

DOI

10.1375/twin.10.1.180

ISSN

1832-4274