The Jamin Show

Ep 32: Isometrics vs Repetition. Why Isometrics Is A Must For Your Strength Training


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Isometrics training mixed into your workout routine can be great for people who need to workout but are in pain, someone who is frail/new, someone who is trying to reach new levels/break plateaus.

Isometric training is static exercises that do not change the joint angle and can improve your strength, mobility, stability and lower your risk of injury. There is no range of motion, but the force that is produced while in a still position.

Isometrics trains stability, but doing so can give great benefit to your quality of movement. Adopting isometrics into your workout routine can make all the difference. Paying attention to your exercise selection is key.

Contrary to dynamic exercises, isometric exercises create little change in the length of the muscle so having a balance to both is what will get you optimal returns on your workout program. 


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The Jamin ShowBy Benjamin Villers