Myosin

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One of the two key microfilaments (thick filaments) in muscle, featuring heads that bind to actin and pull it, causing muscle contraction. Its heavy chain determines fiber type and twitch ability.

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239 ‒ The science of strength, muscle, and training for longevity | Andy Galpin, Ph.D. (PART I)

239 ‒ The science of strength, muscle, and training for longevity | Andy Galpin, Ph.D. (PART I)

Peter Attia MD

One of the two key microfilaments (thick filaments) in muscle, featuring heads that bind to actin and pull it, causing muscle contraction. Its heavy chain determines fiber type and twitch ability.