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Data Driven Strength Podcast

Strength, ROM, and Specificity: Does it Pay to be a Jack of All Trades? | Ep. 42

Oct 24, 2022
The podcast discusses the relationship between body weight, body fat percentage, and strength. It explores the impact of range of motion on strength and muscle growth, highlighting the benefits of training with longer ranges of motion and lighter loads. The hosts emphasize the importance of consistency and specificity in strength training, discussing different approaches to load and volume. Overall, the podcast provides insights and recommendations for optimizing strength and performance.
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Quick takeaways

  • Mixed range of motion training can improve strength by including both full range of motion and partial range of motion sets.
  • While specificity is important in training, other factors such as periodization and volume also influence strength and performance.

Deep dives

The potential benefit of mixed range of motion training for strength

Mixed range of motion training, which includes both full range of motion and partial range of motion sets, may have advantages for improving strength. Research suggests that the body weight or body fat percentage can influence strength independently of the specific training approach, meaning that staying too lean for too long may hinder performance. Including shorter range of motion sets that allow for heavier loads can help overcome mental barriers and increase familiarity with heavier weights, potentially improving strength. Furthermore, training different joint angles and muscle lengths, especially with longer ranges of motion, can lead to additional adaptations and greater muscle growth. While the exact benefits may differ between muscle groups and exercises, it is clear that training a mix of range of motion can have positive effects on overall strength development.

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