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...Crowder said that by slowing down each movement greater force must be applied to move the same amount of weight.

He said that this should in fact increase the amount of fibers being used.Three studies were conducted in 2001, and two studies, known as the Wescott et al.

studies, used a wide range of participants and had successful results.But there are conflicting reports.A third study by Keller et al.

reviewed the progress of a small number of women with the average age of 33.

The results of the study showed that the traditional form of weight training was more effective for strength building.Despite the conflicting conclusions on the benefits of Super Slow training vs.

Traditional training, experts agree that both methods are effective for weight training.

Getting startedContrary to popular practice, anyone new to physical training should begin slowly.

It is best to begin with weights slightly light.

This allows you to focus on form and technique.

Once good form is accomplished progression will naturally follow, said Super Slow personal trainer John Crowder.

“Don’t worry about weight,” Crowder said.

“Weight will handle itself; worry about form and reps.” Crowder starts his new clients off with about six machines per workout and gradually builds up to about 10 per workout.

For Super Slow training to be effective it should be practiced two to three times a week for about 30 minutes each time, said Crowder.

There should be 48 hours between each workout.

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