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Does Lifting Make You Slow? The Truth About Strength Training and Speed

Does Lifting Make You Slow? The Truth About Strength Training and Speed

by Compete Performance | Jul 10, 2026 | Blog

Many athletes worry that lifting weights will make them slower. It’s one of the most common myths in sports performance—but it’s simply not true. When done correctly, strength training can actually make you faster, more explosive, and more powerful....

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