Are you finding it hard to see any progress from your gym sessions?
This could be due to a variety of factors, such as poor diet or lack of consistency. However, the good news is you can alter your habits and instantly enhance your muscle mass.
A personal trainer recently highlighted a common error she frequently observes at the gym. Kelsey Wells, an American fitness expert with 3.1million Instagram followers, regularly shares her dietary advice and workout routines.
In a recent video, she disclosed the frequent mistake she notices. She stated in the clip: “As a professional fitness trainer, 90% of mistakes I see people making in a public gym would be fixed with this one form tip: Slow down.”
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Alongside her advice, Kelsey added a caption: “All my bada** lifting babes listen up: BOTH the eccentric (lowering) and concentric (lifting) phases should be slow and controlled for maximum benefit – especially in strength training!
“Eccentric phase (when you’re lowering the weight): Slowing down the eccentric part of a lift helps increase time under tension, which can lead to greater muscle growth and strength. It also reduces the risk of injury by ensuring proper control and movement.
“Concentric phase (lifting the weight): While the concentric phase is typically faster than the eccentric, it should STILL be controlled. This ensures you’re engaging the muscles effectively without relying on momentum, which can help improve muscle activation and prevent injury.
“Keeping both phases of your movements slow and controlled maximises the effectiveness of your workouts and helps promote muscle growth and stability.”
She also concluded that slowing down and focusing on form can enhance your “mind-muscle connection and breathing”. “So proud of all of you out there training however feels best for YOU, and taking care of your beautiful body and self,” she confessed.
The post has since attracted a lot of attention from fans. One commented: “Such great advice! Focusing on both phases makes a huge difference in control and results.”
Another chimed in: “You make lifting look so beautiful! And truly it’s all about that intention, intensity, and focus – speed isn’t the way!” A third added: “Yes! A constant reminder I give myself.”