Effects of Increased Eccentric Loading on Bench Press 1 RM
- ASU Author/Contributor (non-ASU co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
- N. Travis Triplett Ph.D., Professor (Creator)
- Institution
- Appalachian State University (ASU )
- Web Site: https://library.appstate.edu/
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to measure the effects of additional
eccentric loading on subsequent concentric strength.
Eight subjects with some experience in weight training volunteered
to perform maximal attempts in the barbell bench
press using detaching hooks that allowed them to lower
105% of their concentric 1 repetition maximum (RM) and
raise 100%. The detaching hooks allowed attachment of extra
weight to the bar and would release from the bar at the
bottom of the lift, reducing the weight lifted during the concentric
phase of the lift. After determining their 1RM for the
bench press, the subjects attempted to increase their performance
by using a heavier eccentric load with the detaching
hooks. All 8 subjects who completed the study increased
their 1RMs by 5 to 15 pounds. The use of additional eccentric
loading significantly (p = 0.008) increased the weight that
could be lifted on the subsequent concentric phase and therefore
1RM performance. This phenomenon was a result of the
enhancement of stretch-shortening cycle performance by the
increased eccentric load. Athletes who are interested in developing
1RM strength in the bench press may benefit from
the use of additional eccentric loading.
Effects of Increased Eccentric Loading on Bench Press 1 RM
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Additional Information
- Publication
- Doan, B.K., Newton, R.U., Marsit, J.L., Triplett-McBride, N.T., Koziris, L.P., Fry, A.C., and Kraemer, W.J. (2002), Effects of increased eccentric loading on bench press 1 RM. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research 16(1), 9-13. (Feb 2002) Published by National Strength and Conditioning Association (ISSN: 1533-4287). Original version available from publisher’s web site: http://www.nsca-lift.org
- Language: English
- Date: 2002