Workout At The Next Level With Biomechanics
By All American Fitness
If you want to take your workouts to the next level but don’t know exactly how to go about it, you may want to consider learning about biomechanics.
Biomechanics? What’s that?! Biomechanics is the study of the mechanical laws that relate to the movement or structure of a living organism (aka you). Expanding your knowledge on the topic can lead you to understand your body better to understand your body better. Correct biomechanics enable your body to lift more with less risk of injury, leading to bigger gains in muscle size, strength, and endurance. We’re going to give you the tip of the biomechanical iceberg so you can start applying what you learn to your workouts today!
BASIC APPLICATION OF BIOMECHANICS
Biomechanics enable you to examine and analyze the technique behind all movement. As you go through the motions of your next workout, observe the movements your body is making and pay attention to how you can move more efficiently to yield greater results. When squatting, for example, is the barbell positioned correctly so you can lift and lower the weight at maximum output? Is your chest up? Are your knees over your toes? Is your breath shallow or deep? All of these movements in combination will make or break your squat. You have to analyze your form and every movement involved in the execution of the exercise.
HOW BIOMECHANICS IMPROVE PERFORMANCE
When you want to improve your performance, the best thing you can do is start at ground zero form. You may find that in order to improve your performance you simply need to make a few adjustments to your form, or, you may find a new way entirely to complete the exercise in a more efficient manner.
HOW BIOMECHANICS LESSEN THE RISK OF INJURY
Through the analysis of your technique, you can easily figure out parts of the exercise you need to practice more. For example, if you are squatting and your knees are going over your toes you are putting yourself at risknot only for immediate injury, you’re also increasing your risk of painful long-term side effects. So, how exactly do biomechanics help you lessen the risk of such injuries? It takes you back to the fundamental movements of squatting. You may find that you need to lose the barbell and opt for body-weight only squats until your other muscles gain enough strength to handle the weight without sacrificing form. Without biomechanics, you wouldn’t be able to isolate and address certain issues.
Dive into the world of biomechanics and see for yourself how your performance improves!
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