What Is Isometrics

If you're like most people you may not be familiar with isometrics or isometric exercise.

However, if you'll just take a moment to continue reading this article you'll find out why isometrics may be the real "secret" that will help you completely transform your body in just 7 to 10 seconds.

Sounds impossible right? Well, keep reading and you may just change your mind!

So, What Is Isometrics ?

To answer that question let's look at the history of isometric exercise. The earliest documented scientific validation of this training protocol was done by two German doctors. Dr. Mueller and Dr. Hittinger at the Max Planck Institute in Germany.

This was back in the 1950s. They discovered that a 7 second isometric contraction could increase strength by as much as 5% per week. Since that time much has been learned about isometrics.

In fact, one of the most effective ways that you can perform Isometrics is to use an Isometric Exerciser, resistance bands or free weights. Using free hand isometrics will not yield the same type of results as using a "Progressive Resistance" exercise device.

Free Hand Isometrics vs. Isometric Exercise Equipment

Doing freehand Isometrics is the same as doing body weight exercises. Eventually you'll l plateau and won't develop any further size or strength. That is not my opinion — that's a fact!

Don't get me wrong … you can use Isometrics with just your own body's resistance however as I mentioned earlier — you will quickly need to use more resistance in order to keep getting stronger.

Bruce Lee for example, utilized an "Isometric Power Rack" and a Tensolator Isometric Exerciser to develop his super ripped and powerful physique.

The basics of Isometric Exercise is that you will perform an exercise using a 7 to 10 second Isometric Hold or Static Contraction.

Today, fitness experts have found more effective ways to use Isometrics. One method is called "Post Isometric Contraction." In this method you would use both Isotonic Training and Isometrics.