Should you focus on concentric or eccentric loading to build muscle and strength? We cover the benefits of both and how to prioritize them.
Now researchers set out to examine the effects of training with isometric contractions (particularly in the stretched ...
Exercise is great for improving heart health. But the thought of hitting the gym or going for a jog might put some people off from doing it. And, if you have a heart condition already, such dynamic ...
We’ve all been there: holding at the bottom of a squat or plank, feeling your legs start to quiver like crazy. Congrats—you’ve experienced the burn of an isometric hold. These strength-boosting pauses ...
The plank is one of the most common isometric holds that people do to develop core strength. However, an even better exercise ...
When I really don’t want to exercise, I’ll rush through a workout just to mark it off my to-do list. But the faster I try to get it done, the sloppier I get. Instead of moving with intention, I’m ...