FitMia – Tieteellisesti perusteltua treenitietoa; FitMia – Evidence-based training insights
Blogin tarkoitus on tuottaa luotettavaa, tutkimukseen perustuvaa tietoa urheilusta ja liikkumisesta, ravitsemuksesta, palautumisesta sekä hyvinvoinnista. The purpose of the blog is to provide reliable, research-based information on sports and physical activity, nutrition, recovery, and well-being.
Eccentric Training – Boost Strength and Prevent Injuries IntroductionEccentric loading has gained attention especially in strength training and rehabilitation. It’s praised for its effectiveness—but what exactly is it, and why does it work so well? This post takes a closer look at the science behind eccentric training, with practical applications in mind. What is eccentric … Read more
Part II The anthropometry and biomechanics associated with squats are the topic of this second part, where I examine different squat positions and their effects on different parts of the body. Demers et al. 2018, Gomes et al. 2020 have studied various physical characteristics, such as the length ratio of the legs and the flexibility … Read more
Part I Plotkin (2023) I wanted to take a closer look at squats because they are one of the most commonly used exercises in both lower limb rehabilitation and resistance training. Squats are also a competitive sport in weightlifting, with its own regulations for proper squats. The recruitment of muscles, the forces exerted on the … Read more