Henneman's Size Principle

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A concept explaining that motor units are recruited in order of size, from smallest (Type 1) to largest (Type 2), as more force is required during exercise.

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Peter Attia MD

A concept explaining that motor units are recruited in order of size, from smallest (Type 1) to largest (Type 2), as more force is required during exercise.