Below, and with the help of experienced strength coaches, I cover everything you need to know about eccentric, concentric and ...

Eccentric exercise—a method focusing on the lengthening phase of muscle movements—has emerged as a particularly effective strategy for those new to fitness.

Trainers explain what eccentric exercise is, its health benefits, and examples of eccentric exercises you can do at home.

For example, when you perform a biceps curl, the concentric movement occurs when the biceps contract to lift the weight toward your shoulder, shortening the biceps in response.

The key players: concentric, eccentric, and isometric muscle contractions. Most exercises and everyday actions (think: walking, picking up and holding your groceries) involve a mixture of ...

Focusing on eccentric exercises — where muscles extend rather than contract — builds more strength and muscle while also buttressing your tendons. Listen to this article · 5:50 min Learn more.

Eccentric exercises (EE) have proved successful in the management of chronic tendinopathy, particularly of the Achilles and patellar tendons, where they have been shown to be effective in controlled ...

Exercise can help you heal from a shoulder labral tear. Learn the best exercises for shoulders that have a labral tear, how to get started, and how to maintain your range of motion.