Thank you for the information, examples, and progression suggestions. And also for the reference links!
I’m curious what your stance is on 1 set to failure type resistance training protocols? I find that one of my issues when I restart strength training is that I end up sacrificing form in an attempt to minimize the time impact of the new activity. The slower training method tends to help me remain mindful (thus reducing injury incidents and helping with adherence). That said, if there are serious concerns (or if it’s just generally less effective), I’d want to know that, too!
Thanks for the question Kim. There really often is a tradeoff between form (i.e. technique) and intensity of the exercise. And you are right: When you sacrifice the form, then the injury risk is higher. Besides the fact that it takes longer, I don’t see any great disadvantage of “slower training”, as you say. But if the time you spend on the exercises is a big factor for you, I suggest that you try high intensity using “easy” movements (so that the form is not a factor at all). Maybe this example can help?
Thank you for the information, examples, and progression suggestions. And also for the reference links!
I’m curious what your stance is on 1 set to failure type resistance training protocols? I find that one of my issues when I restart strength training is that I end up sacrificing form in an attempt to minimize the time impact of the new activity. The slower training method tends to help me remain mindful (thus reducing injury incidents and helping with adherence). That said, if there are serious concerns (or if it’s just generally less effective), I’d want to know that, too!
Thanks for the question Kim. There really often is a tradeoff between form (i.e. technique) and intensity of the exercise. And you are right: When you sacrifice the form, then the injury risk is higher. Besides the fact that it takes longer, I don’t see any great disadvantage of “slower training”, as you say. But if the time you spend on the exercises is a big factor for you, I suggest that you try high intensity using “easy” movements (so that the form is not a factor at all). Maybe this example can help?