Strict Reps Vs Cheating Reps for Gains

Training Science & Performance
Written By Rudy Melgar

Key Takeaways:

  • Strict reps = cheating reps for gains

  • Create mechanical tension and recruit motor units at a high level = gains. This study suggests technique in creating that might not matter.

  • For hypertrophy, we encourage natural movement through full range of motion with some demonstrated control through the eccentric. You should be able to exert your influence on the load and movement, not the other way around. PMID: 22615008

Rudy Melgar
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