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Neuromuscular System Tuning

Meaning

Neuromuscular System Tuning is the adaptive, continuous process by which the central nervous system precisely refines the control, coordination, and efficiency of muscle activation and force production. This sophisticated tuning is achieved through chronic exposure to specific motor challenges, such as complex motor skill acquisition or progressive resistance training. Optimal tuning results in enhanced motor unit recruitment, improved rate coding of motor neurons, and superior synchronization between agonist and antagonist muscle groups. It is a fundamental determinant of physical performance, a critical factor in injury prevention, and essential for maintaining high-quality motor control throughout the aging process.