VahnCruz Posted February 10, 2009 Share Posted February 10, 2009 A bit clueless here, bu I was curious about holding a weight where the muscle is either partially or fully contracted for a set of time, a 'static hold'. I watch those in gymnastics do it (with body weight of course) and wonder if any serious lifters do it as well. I have started adding them into my sledge work and pullups. How effective are they for strength and muscle development? All I know is that they can kick your ass on the sledge at arm length. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Magnus Posted February 11, 2009 Share Posted February 11, 2009 A bit clueless here, bu I was curious about holding a weight where the muscle is either partially or fully contracted for a set of time, a 'static hold'. I watch those in gymnastics do it (with body weight of course) and wonder if any serious lifters do it as well. I have started adding them into my sledge work and pullups. How effective are they for strength and muscle development?All I know is that they can kick your ass on the sledge at arm length. They build strength in the position (and a few degrees in either direction) being held, but they won't build strength across the entire ROM. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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