Eccentrics Flashcards
1
Q
Training aim?
A
Strength
2
Q
How?
A
20% stronger in eccentric phase so allows us to produce greater forces.
3
Q
Benefit?
A
Good for building strength - higher weight handled during eccentric = greater intensity/hypertrophy = greater adaptation and progression
4
Q
Who?
A
Experienced client
5
Q
Exercise?
A
Lat pulldown
6
Q
Notes?
A
PT helps through concentric phase, once at top, PT lets go of weight and client lowers for 3-5 seconds, 3-5 reps, 3-5 sets with 3-5 mins rest between each set
