Training Science Podcast Eccentric Training Is Not Strength Training - With Dr Marcin Lipski & Prof Paul Laursen
Jan 17, 2025
Join Marcin Lipski, an eccentric exercise specialist with a PhD in muscle contractions, and Prof. Paul Laursen as they unveil the differences between eccentric and traditional strength training. They dive into the significance of eccentric muscle actions for athletic performance and recovery, emphasizing deceleration techniques. Discover practical applications for enhancing training regimens and the critical need for a shift in how athletes approach their workouts, especially in terms of injury prevention and efficiency. This conversation will reshape your understanding of effective training!
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Paul's ACL Rehab
- Paul Laursen's ACL rehab lacked eccentric exercises, hindering his recovery.
- Implementing Marcin Lipski's eccentric training advice drastically improved his knee stability and accelerated his return to skiing.
Eccentric-Only Training
- Focus on eccentric-only exercises and movements, isolating the lengthening portion of muscle contractions.
- This stimulates not just muscles, but the entire muscle-tendon unit, improving stability and control.
Eccentric vs. Concentric
- Eccentric muscle actions are not simply the reverse of concentric actions; they have distinct neural control mechanisms.
- This difference necessitates unique training approaches, rather than simply inverting concentric exercises.