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Podcast: Optimal Health Daily - Fitness and Nutrition
Episode: Electrical Muscle Stimulation - Does EMS Work?
Description: Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com.Episode 2884:Electrical muscle stimulation (EMS) forces muscles to contract using electrical impulses, bypassing the brain’s natural signals. Dr. Neal Malik explores research showing that while EMS can increase muscle size, it doesn’t necessarily improve strength, and improper use may lead to injury. Since studies on combining EMS with exercise are still limited, traditional strength training remains the safer and more effective approach.Quotes to ponder:"Even...