Eccentric exercise focuses on movements, or phases of a movement, that lengthen the muscles. Some examples of eccentric exercise include lowering into a squat or lowering into a press-up. In contrast, ...

An exercise pro explains the "3 Cs" of metabolic strength training, how it varies from regular strength training, and how do create an example workout. “Metabolic strength training involves maximizing ...

Isometric exercises like wall sits, planks, and glute bridges hold the body in one position for a set period of time. Muscles are contracted and engaged, but they don’t lengthen during the exercise.