Isometric

Isometric contractions happen when your muscles are keeping you in one spot.

These improve stability and strength in the shape you're holding, plus a few degrees in either direction.

Split squat iso holds, bottom of push up iso holds, march iso holds, or anything like that, will improve end range strength, get you comfortable in certain positions and build more stability. In other words, they can have a dramatic impact in your over all strength.

They're a no brainer to include into a strength and conditioning program. Use this caution though, iso holds are notorious for being more challenging than they look.

Justin Miner

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