10
May
Constant Tension Vs Full Range Of Motion. Now this might result in being harder but thats what you want. The definition of full range of motion is pretty subjective. A discussion of partial reps for bodybuilding purposes and why they can be so beneficialDont forget to follow me on Instagram. These studies show that when the partial range of motion used is in the middle of the full range of motion it produces similar or greater muscle.
By limiting the range of motion at the knees knee flexion the half squat has the ability to keep constant tension and emphasis on the quadriceps often at a joint angle that allows a lifter to. The key for the constant tension technique to work is to utilize full range of motion and not pause before beginning each rep. And this theory isnt made up BS. At the same time however the constant tension method is a perfect prophylaxis for the joints ligaments and. During isokinetic contractions a muscle shortens at constant speed or constant angular velocity over the full range of motion. For example a 2014 study showed that full ROM out performs shorter ROM for building muscle.
The moment I reach the static I come down immediately unlike most people who rest at the top.
As great as they may be partial reps should not replace full range of motion training completely as full range of motion movements also have considerable benefits. Make everything as hard as possible. Increased flexibility naturally occurs over time when training with resistance through a joints full range of motion- think of it as yoga with weights if you may and training with supramaximal weights consistently means that. Now this might result in being harder but thats what you want. For the most part full range of motion for an exercise doesnt exactly mean full range of the muscle group. Constant Tension -vs- Full Range of Motion.