I can squat 10 more pounds than I could 6 weeks ago, but my body weight hasn’t changed. In the same vein, I’ve seen skinny dudes rip 300 pounds off the floor.
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In addition to what others have said, there’s also an extent to which mitochondrial density and capilarisation are relevant. These matter much more for endurance than strength, and won’t make a significant difference to a (well-rested) 1RM effort. But if your rest is short, or you’re doing several reps, then it can make a difference.
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