At first, the phrase “eccentric training” might bring to mind, like, dressing up in a clown costume and running on a treadmill while you loudly sing Blondie -- or, you know, something like that. But ...

For years we have been told the best way to get fitter and stronger is to lift something heavy, whether that’s a barbell or our own bodyweight. What if how we put it down was just as important?

Eccentric exercise may help build muscle and strength with less effort than traditional workouts. Learn the benefits, risks, ...

Lowering, as opposed to lifting, your weights, with an eccentric strength training regimen, could make your workouts more efficient. If you’re looking to maximize your time in the gym, you might ...

Eccentric training or loading of a muscle is often overlooked in favor of the more traditional concentric training methods. Both add value to your fitness and general well-being, especially for adults ...

Methods 37 volunteers (29 males, 8 females) took part in the reliability study and 32 volunteers (24 males, 8 females) in the effect of eccentrics on endurance study ...

Slowing down your reps could be the missing component.