As one ages, training with heavy weights is not always the best path (Do). My solution came from my strength mentor Pavel Tsatsouline and a book he authored about 20 years ago. In it he explains a strength technique called “feed-forward tension.” In a nutshell, you add apply more muscle tension than necessary into a “grinding” lift using a light weight. This technique is excellent for older strength athletes with no cardiovascular counterindications who want to maintain strength and still have fun doing what they love.
In karate-do we have a kata that uses a very similar concept, Sanchin Kata. The practitioner “roots” through the floor and uses a special breathing technique Yō Ibuki to maximally tense the body while moving slowly.
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| | The author of today’s issue Gary Music, StrongFirst Certified Team Leader Emeritus,
Grand Master in Shurite Kempo Technique Association |
| Today I am retiring from the ranks of the StrongFirst Teachers of Strength. I have been with Pavel’s school since the beginning and you can bet, I will miss it. I leave, however, with an unbeatable education in strength and will use this knowledge to continue my training. Thank you, Pavel and all my mentors at StrongFirst!
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| | Thank you, Gary, for your contributions to our school of strength and for being a great role model for your colleagues and students!
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