The Effect of Hormonal Contraceptive Use on Skeletal Muscle Hypertrophy, Power and Strength Adaptations to Resistance Exercise Training: A Systematic Review and Multilevel Meta-analysis

DiscussionBased on the present analysis, there is no evidence-based rationale to advocate for or against the use of OCPs in females partaking in resistance exercise training to increase hypertrophy, power and/or strength. Rather, an individualised approach considering an individual ’s response to OCPs, their reasons for use and menstrual cycle history may be more appropriate.RegistrationThe review protocol was registered on PROSPERO (ID number and hyperlink: CRD42022365677).
Source: Sports Medicine - Category: Sports Medicine Source Type: research