Re: Progressive Resistance

[Guest guest]

I have been wondering why my muscles are hurting its all that " Progressive

Resistance " pumping them up!

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> Gentlemen,

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> The question has arisen on what “Progressive Resistanceâ€

> means regarding the Iso-Bow. This is a dual sided statement which can also be

> termed “regressive†due to the change in resistance during use.

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> Example: When holding a 50 lb barbell

> next to ones chest; as the arms are extended, the weight of the barbell puts

> too much pressure on the joints and the arms cannot hold the weight fully

> extended. Inversely, one can hold 20 lbs at arm’s length, but as the weight

> moves in towards the chest, the arms are stronger, but there is no way to

> increase the weight resistance other than changing the weight. By being able

to

> fluctuate the degree of pulling or pushing, one can by using their own

strength,

> increase/decrease the level of contraction to maximize their resistance during

> a full range of motion movement. This is explained and shown on the Iso-Bow

> video on the website.  http://IsoBow.com

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> This principle also applies to any Iso-Motion movement with a Bullworker and

is much more visable in action.

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> Respectfully,  

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> Bullworker

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