Does Electrical Muscle Stimulation (EMS) Actually Build Real Muscle Strength in Healthy Adults? episode artwork

EPISODE · Mar 29, 2026 · 19 MIN

Does Electrical Muscle Stimulation (EMS) Actually Build Real Muscle Strength in Healthy Adults?

from Health Research Digest with Leo and Eva · host Leo and Eva

A 2023 systematic review in the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research analyzed 10 studies involving 174 healthy adults and found that EMS (electrical muscle stimulation) was associated with improvements in measured muscle strength.   However, the research did not show consistent improvements in real-world performance outcomes like sprinting or jumping. This Research Digest explains what EMS may realistically help with, what it may not change, and how to interpret the findings in a balanced, evidence-based way. 📚 Share it with someone who wants real, evidence-based answers about EMS and strength 💪 https://bit.ly/4aT8pyP  

Episode metadata supplied by the publisher feed · Published Mar 29, 2026

Embed this episode

NOW PLAYING

Does Electrical Muscle Stimulation (EMS) Actually Build Real Muscle Strength in Healthy Adults?

0:00 19:31

No transcript for this episode yet

We transcribe on demand. Request one and we'll notify you when it's ready — usually under 10 minutes.

No similar episodes found.

No similar podcasts found.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is this episode of Health Research Digest with Leo and Eva?

This episode is 19 minutes long.

When was this Health Research Digest with Leo and Eva episode published?

This episode was published on March 29, 2026.

Can I download this Health Research Digest with Leo and Eva episode?

Yes. Use the download control on the episode player to save the publisher-provided media file.
URL copied to clipboard!