How To Make Basic Exericses Fun Again — Key Takeaways
Use 1.5 reps (full rep plus a half rep pulled from the bottom position) on exercises like overhead press, bench, RDLs, and squats to fix technique flaws by doubling time spent in the weak, deep range of motion.
Key takeaways
1.5 reps fix depth issues by doubling time spent in the weak bottom position
1.5 reps fix depth issues by doubling time spent in the weak bottom position
- 10 full reps done as 1.5s means 20 trips through the bottom range instead of 10
- Targets overhead press lockout-to-chest gap, weak-off-chest bench, RDL hip hinge, and squat depth
Use 1.5 reps to make light or bodyweight-only sessions feel challenging when traveling
Use 1.5 reps to make light or bodyweight-only sessions feel challenging when traveling
- Effective substitute when normal equipment/gym access isn't available (e.g., hotel gym)
- Increases difficulty of a movement without adding external load
1.5 reps reduce joint strain by keeping loads lighter while still fatiguing muscle
1.5 reps reduce joint strain by keeping loads lighter while still fatiguing muscle
- Lighter weight avoids loading cranky end-ranges under heavy load
- Paused tempo in the deep stretch spares joints/tendons the beating from normal heavy sets
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In this video
- 1mWhy Add Variation to Familiar Exercises
- 1mConsistency Over Constant Change
- 1mFixing Technique Flaws with 1.5 Reps
- 2mApplying 1.5 Reps Across Bench, Deadlift, and Squat
- 2mJoint-Friendly Practice at Lighter Loads
- 3mUsing 1.5 Reps While Traveling, and Free Workout Offer
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