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Eccentric sports equipment
The world of fitness is constantly changing, and innovative training methods and equipment are the key to effective and varied training. One of these innovations is eccentric sports equipment, which is specifically designed to train certain muscle groups through eccentric movements. These devices originally come from rehabilitation and elite sports research and have now found their way into the general fitness industry.
Origin and benefits of eccentric sports equipment
Eccentric movements occur when a muscle is lengthened under tension, such as when lowering a barbell in a bicep curl. This training approach has been used extensively in rehabilitation, as eccentric training has been shown to heal muscle and tendon injuries and effectively increase muscle strength. The benefits of eccentric sports equipment lie in the targeted activation and strengthening of specific muscle groups, which leads to improved strength development, better muscle coordination and increased athletic performance.
Flywheel training
What does this mean?
Flywheel training, also known as inertial training, is a form of strength training in which flywheels are used as resistance. Instead of using conventional weights, the resistance is generated by the kinetic energy of a rotating flywheel. The user accelerates the flywheel through a concentric movement (shortening of the muscle) and then controls the eccentric phase (lengthening of the muscle) as the flywheel attempts to continue rotating.
Benefits of flywheel training
- Maximum muscle activation: Maximum muscle activation is achieved by continuously adapting the resistance to the muscle strength.
- Variable load: The flywheel adapts dynamically, which means that the resistance is continuously varied and adapted to the user's respective muscle strength
- Improved strength development: It offers both concentric and eccentric loads, resulting in better strength development
- Gentle on the joints: Compared to conventional weights, the load on the joints is lower, which minimises the risk of injury.
Training systems for eccentric training - RSP equipment
RSP (Rotational Speed Power) machines are an excellent example of advanced training systems that utilise eccentric training. These machines use flywheels and other mechanical systems to create variable resistances and enable both concentric and eccentric muscle activations.
Example devices:
- RSP Conic Pulley: This device uses conical discs to vary the resistance while the user performs pulling or pushing movements. It is particularly useful for athletes who want to develop explosive power and Speed.
- RSP Flywheel: This is a flywheel device that is ideal for full-body exercises. The rotating mass of the flywheel intensifies both concentric and eccentric muscle work.
- RSP Conic Pro training system for intensive directional changes
Application areas:
- Rehabilitation: The controlled eccentric load helps to restore muscle strength after injuries
- Performance enhancement: Athletes use this equipment to improve their explosive strength and muscle stability
- General fitness: These machines offer an effective way to increase overall muscle strength and add variety to training Programmes.
Conclusion
Eccentric sports equipment offers an innovative and effective method of training specific muscle groups in a targeted manner. Thanks to their origins in rehabilitation and their use in elite sport, they have established themselves as valuable tools for general fitness and performance enhancement. Flywheel training and specially designed equipment such as RSP systems enable dynamic and adaptive training that improves muscle strength as well as stability and coordination. This technology will certainly continue to have a significant impact on the fitness industry and help athletes and fitness enthusiasts achieve their goals more efficiently.
Eccentric sports equipment in the MindTecStore
After the overview of the advantages and functions of eccentric sports equipment, we would now like to present some of the most innovative devices available in the MindTecStore. These products are specifically designed to train targeted muscle groups through eccentric movements and offer an excellent way to take training to the next level.
YoRoller Pro23
The YoRoller Pro23 is an eccentric sports machine designed for intensive and effective muscle training. It combines the benefits of flywheel training with the flexibility to target different muscle groups. The YoRoller Pro23 enables both concentric and eccentric movements, resulting in maximum muscle activation and improved strength development. The device is particularly useful for strengthening the core muscles, shoulders and arms.
RSP Conic training system for precise movements
The RSP Conic Training System is an advanced eccentric exercise machine that uses conical discs to dynamically vary resistance. This system is ideal for athletes who want to improve their precision and accuracy of movement. By using eccentric loads, it helps to increase muscle strength and optimise movement coordination.
The RSP Conic Pro training system was developed to train intensive changes of direction and prepare the muscles for abrupt movements. This eccentric sports equipment is ideal for sports that require quick and precise changes of direction. It offers variable resistances that make it possible to improve both concentric and eccentric muscle strength.
RSP Wall GO training device for the upper body
The RSP Wall GO training device is specially designed for training the upper body. This eccentric sports equipment is mounted on the wall and enables a variety of exercises that specifically train the shoulder, chest and arm muscles. The controlled eccentric load effectively increases muscle strength and improves stability.
RSP Row Spinning training system for Olympic rowing training
The RSP Row Spinning Training System is an eccentric sports machine specially developed for rowing training. It simulates the movements of Olympic rowing and offers both concentric and eccentric resistance. This system is ideal for strengthening the back muscles, shoulders and core muscles while promoting endurance and strength development.
RSP Isquio training system for high acceleration
The RSP Isquio training system is an eccentric sports machine designed for high acceleration. It offers variable resistances that make it possible to train explosive strength and speed. This device is particularly useful for athletes who want to improve their sprinting and jumping performance.
RSP Squat Radius Training System
The RSP Squat Radius Training System is ideal for training the leg muscles. This eccentric exercise machine uses rotating resistance to maximise muscle strength throughout the movement. It is perfect for exercises such as squats, which specifically strengthen the thigh, gluteal and core muscles.
Conclusion
Eccentric sports equipment offers unique training options that improve muscle strength as well as stability and coordination. The MindTecStore offers a variety of these innovative devices, including the YoRoller Pro23 and several specialised RSP training systems. These devices are ideal for athletes, fitness enthusiasts and rehabilitation patients who want to take their performance and muscle strength to a new level. Through the targeted use of eccentric movements, these sports machines enable effective and versatile training.
