New research reveals why lowering the weight — not just lifting it — may be the most valuable, most overlooked element of resistance training. A new systematic review and meta-analysis published in Sports examines the comparative benefits of eccentric versus concentric training across healthy adults, older adults and clinical populations. For operators, the findings challenge a widespread blind spot in how strength training is coached and programmed on the gym floor.This Episode Covers:- Eccentric vs. concentric training: what the latest meta-analysis reveals- Why lowering the weight may matter more than lifting it- The link between power, rate of force development, and longevity- How eccentric training benefits clinical populations, including COPD patients- What this means for how trainers should be coaching strength work📚 Access the show notes page for links to the research papers discussed on our website.🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or SoundCloud
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