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Eccentric vs. Concentric Training: The Surprising Truth About Muscle Growth

What Are Eccentric and Concentric Contractions? Eccentric contractions occur when a muscle lengthens under load, such as lowering a dumbbell during a biceps curl. Concentric contractions happen when ...
Men's Health

Understanding the Difference Between Eccentric and Concentric Movement Can Unlock More Gains

If you're like most guys in the gym, when you’re doing a big lift—whether it’s a max bench, a PR squat, or the last rep of a strip set of curls—you’re focused on one thing: Getting that weight up. The ...

I'm a personal trainer — why the 'TUT method' will completely change how you lift

Time under tension (TUT) refers to the time muscles spend active during an exercise. We cover how it works and the benefits ...

I'm a personal trainer — this is why you should slow down every single rep

Time under tension (TUT) refers to the time muscles spend active during an exercise. We cover how it works and the benefits ...
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Can You Build Leg Strength Without Lifting Weights? Scientists Test a Different Kind of Cycling

Eccentric cycling may improve leg strength with less cardiovascular strain. A 12-week study reveals its benefits for older ...