In article , DZ
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Hobbes wrote:
"Matthew" wrote:
"DZ" wrote:
Calorie-restricted mice perform better in tasks that involve reaction,
speed and have better endurance. The study corroborates on the earlier
finding that the combination of caloric restriction and free exercise
acts synergistically to increase muscle endurance and strength.

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http://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/...4_209/_article

From the study:
"In response to assigned tasks, the diet-restricted mice performed
better in
all activities: they climbed out of obstacles faster, freed themselves
sooner from restraint by gummed tape, hung from a bar longer, and better
resisted slipping down a slope."

Most of the tests favor a lower body weight and/or smaller size, so I don't
think you can say calorie restriction can increase muscle strength.

Relative strength is increased, judging by the results. It would be hard
to extrapolate to human success in sports.

I remember two individuals posting to these groups who claimed ability
to do multiple muscle-ups. Both are on some sort of dietary
restriction. First one is this guy - http://tinyurl.com/2qw6n and the
other one is me

Which is a measure of relative strength. I meant it wasn't transferable to
sporting success because in sports where relative strength is important
(ie. weightlifting, wrestling, etc.) you'd be competing against other
athletes who also restrict calories.

--
Keith