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Ep. 275 - Biomechanics for Bodybuilding (with Kassem Hanson)

Iron Culture presented by MASS

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Biomechanics in Bodybuilding: Principles and Strategies

The chapter explores the application of biomechanics in bodybuilding, emphasizing the importance of specificity in exercise selection and technique for muscle engagement. It discusses key principles like muscle length, resistance challenge, stability, and coordination demand while highlighting the impact on force production and perceived effort. Strategies for targeting specific muscle groups effectively through exercise modifications and combinations are also discussed, alongside the limitations of generalizing biomechanical models for individual differences.

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