"The importance of high tension isometrics"
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High tension isometrics (HTI) is my first attempt into naming things and hopefully, getting credited for creating something that will last forever. High tension isometrics is also known as, isometrics. But because one of my ambitions in life is to grow up to be Ironman, I'm naming it HTI. Hopefully one day, I'll be Iroman by naming this HTI. I'll be "Juggernaut Ironman!"
Alright, laughs aside, let's get to work.
HIgh Tension Isometrics is this highly ...nah, that's rubbish.
Isometrics is creating huge amounts of tension, in your muscles and joints, but without moving. This process is created by your CNS. It fires at a super high rate (relative to the individual). Like a bodybuilder's pose. That's pretty much what isometrics is without getting into the semantics.
Isometrics are used by weightlifters in China, to "zing" up their head when they have sticking points in their squats or their dips.
How to use it:
1. The easiest way to use isometrics is to find a spot where you suck at, and really drive against that immovable object.
2. Another way isometrics can benefit an athlete, is let's say, your back is a weak factor. You do seated good mornings and you come to a spot where you tend to slow down.
Get a mate to provide more tension BEFORE you hit that weak spot for 3-4 seconds. After the tension has been created, ask your friend to release the pressure slightly and you'll find that you break through that sticking point with slightly more speed. Do this numerous times, and you get a stronger back.
An extension of point 1...
Another example:
If your quadriceps is a weak point (something I see a LOT on youtube. Many kids with STRONG hamstrings...weak weak weak quads), start from the bottom of a squat and stand up. Put pins or something to block the athlete from standing up completely. And then go back down.
This is where the Swiss squat rack would be very useful because you're only working a partial range. So you're not spoiling any of your movement mechanics but you're also not going to be able to shift the hips back and use the hamstrings to stand.
Remember, say all you want, but a tool is just a tool. A Swiss squat rack can be useful. Don't be a follower. Create your own mind.
That's why knowledge is for. It's to allow you to be knowledgeable enough to be imaginative.
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