The range of motion you use when lifting can have a profound effect on your strength and muscle-building results.
In today’s episode, we break down a brand-new meta-analysis that compares the effects of strength training at short versus long muscle lengths.
By now, we’re really starting to get a clearer picture of what range of motion you should aim for most of the time – and with the help of this study, we give you our recommendations regarding full range of motion, when you might benefit from doing partial repetitions, and at what muscle length those partials should be performed.
Nerdy but important stuff.
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This is episode 93 of the podcast. Check out the five previous episodes below:
- Episode 92: Maximal Muscle Mass in Minimum Minutes
- Episode 91: Fat Loss or Muscle Gain – Which Should You Focus on First?
- Episode 90: 2025 in Review
- Episode 89: Our Cardio Experience, One Year In
- Episode 88: Minimalist Strength Training While Cutting
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