Postactivation potentiation is defined as
A)the increase in muscle force production that occurs following consumption of a high carbohydrate meal.
B)the increase in muscle force production that occurs following a bout of non-fatiguing,submaximal contractions.
C)the increase in muscle force production that occurs following a bout of fatiguing,maximal contractions.
D)none of the above answers are correct

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Postactivation potentiation occurs as a result of non-fatiguing, submaximal contractions. This stimulation of the muscle tissue primes it for a subsequent maximal effort, resulting in increased force production.

Postactivation Potentiation Is Defined as