An OPT prescription calls for a slow eccentric phase. Which execution follows it?
- ASlow the lifting (concentric) phase
- BControl a slow lowering phase
- CUse a rapid rebound at the bottom
- DHold an isometric pause at the midpoint
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Answer
B
The eccentric phase is the lowering phase; a slow eccentric prescription means lowering under control over the prescribed count.
A
Slowing the concentric phase confuses the lifting phase with the lowering phase.
C
A rapid rebound shortens the eccentric phase, the opposite of the prescription.
D
An isometric pause is a separate tempo component and does not slow the lowering phase.
B
The eccentric phase is the lowering phase; a slow eccentric prescription means lowering under control over the prescribed count.