Eccentric exercises have been used extensively and are known for their great benefits for strength gains and muscle development. Eccentric exercises are commonly known as “negatives” as the emphasis is on controlling the resistance while the muscle is lengthening. For example, the eccentric portion of a bench press is when the weight is being loweredContinue reading “BENEFITS OF ECCENTRIC EXERCISE”
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PROTEIN TO SUPPORT TRAINING & PERFORMANCE: WHY, WHEN, WHAT AND HOW MUCH?
Protein supports cell repair and growth and has many metabolic functions. A protein is composed of amino acids, which are classified in essential and non-essential. Essential amino acids cannot be produced by our body, while non-essential are regularly synthesized. To complete a protein, all essential amino acids should be present. Even though there are manyContinue reading “PROTEIN TO SUPPORT TRAINING & PERFORMANCE: WHY, WHEN, WHAT AND HOW MUCH?”
Applied Exercise Science 