How to Use Eccentric-Focused Exercises in Your Workouts You'll reap more muscle and strength benefits from slowing down your descents than you might expect. By Trevor Thieme C.S.C.S. Published ...

Below, and with the help of experienced strength coaches, I cover everything you need to know about eccentric, concentric and isometric training, the benefits and how to train for each movement type.

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.

One of the biceps’ main jobs is to turn the palm upward. Exercises like dumbbell curls with a twist (starting in a neutral ...

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.

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 ...