Nothing is more frustrating than busting your butt in the gym day in and day out and, no matter what you do, having the weight on the bar stay the same.. “No pain, No gain” was the mantra of the 80’s. In the ‘90s it became “Work smarter, not harder.” For 2014 I offer instead “work smarter and harder.” To ensure consistent improvement in the weight room, it’s important to realise that variety is more than the spice of life – it’s also a necessity. If you’re progression is hindered by plateaus, try introducing partial-range-of-motion reps into your training. They’re easy to implement, and you’ll get a fast return on your investment of time and effort. •Sticking points limit how much weight you can lift in any given exercise. •Partial-range-of-motion exercises allow you to use heavier loads, thereby placing a great load on muscle fibres and improving neurological efficiency. •To reduce the risk of injury, observe the prescribed tempo and maintain proper form. •Partial-range-of-motion training can be applied to the majority of exercises but is best reserved for multi-joint (compound) exercises. •When performing partial-range-of-motion training, always incorporate full-range-of-motion sets within the workout. •Ensure you use the same grip or stance for every exercise. •Partial-range-of-motion training is a great method for overcoming strength plateaus and only requires a squat rack. - Scotty
Posted on: Wed, 03 Dec 2014 05:01:45 +0000
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