A Case for Controlled “Lowering” Movements

EXERCISES 

comes from a new research from Edith Cowan University 

Building muscle doesn’t have to mean exhausting workouts or soreness. Researchers found that slow, controlled “lowering” movements can boost strength more efficiently while requiring less effort. Even five minutes a day of simple exercises like chair squats or wall push-ups can make a real difference. It’s a smarter, easier way to get stronger—no gym required.

focus on the movement when the muscle are lengthen and go slow / eccentric contraction / great news for elder people fighting muscle loss

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