August 15, 2024
Slow eccentric phases
Many bodybuilders continue to tell us that the downward or lowering (eccentric) phase of the exercise is at least as important (if not more important) than the upward or lifting (concentric) phase. Yet, this is physiologically impossible. This article explains why.
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Aaron Earls · August 16, 2024
So, in summation of eccentrics Chris, they are useful in the sense of learning “control” within a movement but not so useful in terms of hypertrophy? Overall, all things considered, would you still recommend some element of controlled eccentric within our lifts or no?
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Alexander Nicolaev · August 15, 2024
I remember the old "negatives"... So, it's ust up to 45% activation and tons of sustained fatigue
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Chris Beardsley · August 15, 2024
Yes, exactly