Much research has been done on the effectiveness of different exercises and for whom they are of most benefit. Most of the work has been done by the Russians, especially Anatoly Bondarchuk and by various US coaches involved in particular sports. They know which exercises seem to bring about the greatest gains in relation to […]
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In a typical workout routine the concentric (muscle shortening) contraction is king. Some athletes also include eccentric (muscle lengthening) contractions (when the muscle returns to its original length after shortening). Rarely does anyone use isometrics (muscle shortening but no movement). This is understandable since the concentric contraction is most important for the development of strength
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One of the more popular Russian innovations that is being used by many coaches today is block training. Some swear by it while others do not find it as effective as touted. Some even get the same results by using the standard programs. The problem lies in not only how this block training is
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If you talk to scientists specializing in running or even to many running coaches about how you can become an elite runner, they will typically respond with some of the factors that are involved. This includes increasing Vo2 max, how much energy can be transported and used by your working muscles and lactate threshold.
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To fully understand the shock method it is first necessary to know if you are dealing with bodybuilding and powerlifting or athletics. The shock method in bodybuilding and powerlifting means a change in workout conditions. In sports (athletics), however, the shock method is used to develop greater explosive power and its application is very different
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