2.3. One Repetition Maximum Protocol 
One-repetition maximum (1 RM) assessment was performed for the following exercises: chest press, shoulder press, pull down, seated row, horizontal leg press, inclined leg press, and leg extension. For each exercise, a warm-up of 8–10 repetitions at approximately 50% of the estimated load achieved in the first 1 RM attempt was performed. This warm-up was also used to familiarize the subjects with the testing equipment and lifting techniques the week before the testing day. The testing procedure was initiated 2 min after the warm-up. The participants selected the amount of weight to lift according to their previous effort and were instructed to use enough weight to perform a maximum of five repetitions (set at approximately 70% of their predicted 1 RM). After 1–2 min rest, participants were asked to perform 3 repetitions with a load set at approximately at 80% of their predicted 1 RM. After increasing the load and 1–2 min of rest, the participants were asked to lift the weight in one attempt. If further attempts were needed for weight adjustment, participants were given 3–5 min rest between each attempt [