Renaissance Periodization - Try This New Intensity Technique to Boost Your Muscle Growth
The video emphasizes the strategic use of integrated partial reps at the end of a set, especially for exercises like pull-downs or pull-ups where the failure point is in the top end of the contraction. The speaker suggests that after reaching failure or leaving two reps in reserve, performing additional partial reps can be beneficial. These partial reps involve pulling halfway or a third of the way up after a brief rest, still within the machine. This approach is particularly useful for exercises with a resistance curve that causes failure in the shortened position. The speaker agrees that incorporating these extra reps, either within the set or afterwards, can enhance the effectiveness of the workout.
Key Points:
- Incorporate integrated partial reps at the end of a set for exercises with failure in the shortened position.
- Use partial reps in exercises like pull-downs or pull-ups after reaching failure or two reps in reserve.
- Perform partial reps by pulling halfway or a third of the way up after a short rest.
- This technique is beneficial for exercises with a resistance curve causing failure in the shortened position.
- Integrated partial reps can be done within the set or as an additional set to improve workout effectiveness.