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5 Easy Strength Exercises That Will Instantly Improve Your Mobility
Resistance training does NOT make you stiff! It does the opposite.
Weightlifting does not make you more stiff. Contrary to popular belief, it can have quite the opposite effect when done correctly. One of the best ways to gain mobility and develop confidence in vulnerable positions is to gradually expose your tissues to stretching under load. This is often referred to as eccentric strengthening, involving a muscle contraction as it is lengthening or stretching through one’s maximum range of motion.
There are hundreds of ways to do this in practice, so I want to make things easier and narrow in on five that I believe to be most valuable to the general public. Whether you want to get stronger, feel more mobile, or reduce common injuries, these movements will be just what you’re looking for. Eccentric exercise is your pathway to optimizing the neuromuscular and musculoskeletal systems in as little time as possible. Are you ready to get fit fast? Let’s dive in!
Unlock Better Mobility: 5 Easy Strength Moves You Can Do Today
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