A Guide to Isometric Training for Awesome Power

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Overcoming isometrics are exercises that involve pulling or pushing against an 'immovable force'. This might mean trying to curl a dumbbell that is chained to the ground, or push down a wall. This form of training can help us to tap into 'dormant' strength by improving our muscle fibre recruitment and removing our central nervous system's 'training wheels'. The result is that we can call upon much more power, much more quickly and effectively. This is a form of training used by Bruce Lee, and by Dennis Rogers - who some believe to be the strongest man alive pound for pound.
I discussed this form of training and its benefits before on the channel, but I thought I'd revisit the subject now I have more viewers and also so that I could go into more depth regarding the best strategies. I touch upon some new concepts such as 'ballistic isometrics' and the ideal time under tension. In future, I may discuss how to use yielding isometrics for mass gains too.
Enjoy!
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[@kriss1769]

This guy is the most underrated fitness you tuber.

[@thatlumberjack]

That’s so true! I wonder if it’s because he’s so upfront about being a hobbyist researcher that’s here to inform people about what’s out there. It seems a lot of other creators try to brand themselves as experts whereas the bioneer isn’t really trying to sell us any specific lifestyle.

[@terkelalgevind529]

@@thatlumberjack The typical fitness tuber is the type that jar hes own farts for the late hours alone.... I cant stand athlean x and such guys ,they so obviously use special drugs but will never be honest about anything....

[@lostinthefaq]

@@terkelalgevind529 idk what youtuber do you follow but clarence kennedy and jeff nippard and jhonny candito are super fine to me...

[@seansartor]

Agreed !!!!

[@shel0016]

Bioneer is the best fitness guy period in all my years on ytube. Outstanding tips

[@TwistedMesses]

Just when bodybuilding was getting boring, perfect timing, thanks for the video

[@TheBioneer]

Thanks for watching! Yeah, this is why I like looking into this stuff. Keeps it fresh and interesting :-)

[@chaosdweller]

Isometric training with rope, was interesting. Never thought about that.

[@davidlarkins2376]

I was already bored with it!

[@Safouan0]

@@TheBioneer Link to the sources that say we can only use 30% of our muscle fibers? Sorry, I'm kind of skeptical, because if it is true then increasing muscle recruitment is just what I was looking for.

[@smashu2]

@@Safouan0 actually that type of training is increasing that % while body building could potentially decrease it if done with too high repetition too little weight. (your gonna get stronger but your strength to weight ratio will go down) From what I know olympic style weight lifting get you in the 90+ % for elite Olympian.

[@BrianTaylor1645]

I love isometrics and regularly use them as part of my over all training program. The strenght gains are amazing.

[@muhammadessa749]

Should I do it for deadlift

[@barad-dur9236]

I used to do what was told was a static hold during my pull-up workouts and I definitely noticed they felt easier to do during the following weeks’ workouts

[@4ntifreez]

is it good for hypertrophy?

[@burt2800]

@@4ntifreez Not directly but having increased strength can help you train better.

[@claudes.whitacre1241]

You may find this helpful. If you do overcoming isometrics (against an object other than another muscle group), if you hold the position at close to maximum effort for 25-30 seconds, you'll end up using all the muscles fibers. As the fibers tire, others are recruited. In my experience, at about 30 seconds of peak contraction the muscles start to shake or cramp...and it's time to move on to another muscle . Breathing is important. Holding your breath while doing overcoming isometrics...is a good way to have a heart attack. I use an isometric rack (Like Steve Justa) and a length of chain with two swing set trapeze ring handles, and an S hook to vary length. You are right about the effects. Muscles that feel like steel, greater strength, and far greater speed. (because of muscle fiber recruitment)...and only moderate increase in size.

[@yeetmaster7497]

I get a steel bar and a chain that is in the ground and put the bar in the chain and hold for about 20 to 30 seconds.

[@TheBioneer]

Yes I used to get light-headed from not breathing properly, good point! As someone else commented, I should have thought to include that in the vid. I like to combine an overcoming isometric at the start of a set, then perform regular movements as a reverse pyramid set and finally end on a yielding isometric post-failure. Kind of similar effect :-D Thanks for the tips!

[@TheBioneer]

Jealous!

[@claudes.whitacre1241]

Now I just do overcoming isometrics. But the tip about the chain and two Trapeze ring handles? I use an S hook to vary length. It's amazing how many isometric exercises you can do with it. You're a very sharp young man. I enjoy your videos.

[@moxohol]

There is recent literature that states the duration of hold is more important then intensity level (50-70% of max) to build tendon strength & by extension--strength. Frequency is secondary consideration.

[@chrissparrowhawk]

I've been training Isometrics since I was 14. I'm now 67 and never had a single regret. No injuries, special diet, equipment or trainer. I don't look it but I am told that I'm uncommonly strong. Good to know and to be honest, I'm flattered by that kind of comment but the main plus without a doubt is that I'll probably never need help getting the lid off a pickle jar and my chances of falling are reduced to an absolute minimum. Start young folks and after a while it wont be exercise but just part of your day. Peace Out!

[@mahri9022]

Hey man I’m 120 ish pounds and play basketball where I get pushed around a lot. I’m also only 5’7. Could you tell me what isometrics you did to get strong? It would really help me. Thx.

[@k.r.4952]

Do all normal excerdises isometric but deadlift and squat i would not usr overcoming isometrics. Use yielding isometrics. It is mich safer for this compound excerdises.

[@chrissparrowhawk]

@@k.r.4952 It depends on the day and how I physically feel to be honest, I'm fit but at the same time realise that I'm no spring chicken 🐔 and will yield when I'm not feeling 100%. Good comment and great reply, thank you. 😊

[@chrissparrowhawk]

@@mahri9022 I'm not you, nor could I ever be and visa versa but what you might want to do is think in terms of years rather than weeks or months. Do the basic Isometrics and adjust as your body informs you of what is working and what isn't. Other than the basics, there's no one size fits all here. Some Isometrics might even hinder your basketball performance. Do your research, start a chart and measure your progress week to week as you can't improve on what you don't measure. I hope this helps. 😊

[@Alexronni]

Thank you i’m 14 and i get pumped up to do isometrics each day because of your comment

[@W34RD07]

I could use this to increase more force on my punches! Thank you so much for this!

[@TheBioneer]

It will definitely do that! Try using a belt or similar and using it to brace your fist against a post or tree. Train at different joint angles using ballistic isometrics for max benefit.

[@Dude-cf8hb]

@@TheBioneer you are correct I think

[@The-Contractor]

Years ago, when I was big on moving around heavy iron, I read a scientific study regarding maximum muscle contraction with 100% being the goal. Short answer: It happens under one circumstance, when a person is electrocuted. We were never designed to go "all out."

[@JohnSmith-ct5jd]

Good points. I do this when I wanted to get back into pushups. I had shoulder issues so stopped doing them for a while. Then when I tried to do them again, I could only do a few. So, I would do a few sets of full range of motion pushups, then, for my final set. just lower almost to the floor, which is the hardest part, and try and hold that for as long as I could. That really increased my strength. So yes, there is something to isometrics. Good video. Peace.

[@nunchakudude]

I've been using resistance bands to simulate drawing a bow and holding that position for as long as I can, really makes a difference in the speed of my draw.

[@NBDYSPCL]

If anyone wants to make a relatively cheap isometric trainer that can take some force, all you need is a length of chain, heavy duty G clips and some kind of handle you can also put your feet through. The issues ive had with a bar and chain set up is finding an adequate base, and training in the transverse and frontal planes. Having seperate footholds helps solve this.

[@avocado9763]

Excellent.

[@jameslloydtiffner8678]

love starting with isometrics.. usually i just use my weighted jump rope around a tree and work through a bunch of angles

[@rahulyaji]

Hey 'bioneer guy' can you do a short video which includes all the 'overcoming isometric' exercises that you have covered in your other videos? And please include which muscle groups they work.

[@TheBioneer]

I will certainly film and upload a full isometric workout routine very soon :-)

[@rahulyaji]

Thank you

[@danceswithghostsquickspiri697]

I did this in my car at a red light and some dude and his girlfriend literally were watching me flex my fist in arms forward as if I was trying to push a while and they looked at me like I was out of my mind

[@mynameisnobody3931]

Isometrics work. I don't know if it's the best. But it works. Together with other forms of training it wil work, and definitely give you another type of (maybe more different) type of strenght, than olympic weightlifters for example. Which only has explosive power and basically nothing else. And before you isn't that most important? Not necessarily.. you cant clean and jerk a couch you're moving for someone for example. A powerlifter is better at this, (should actually be called a force lifter) So powerlifting combined with isometrics i think will be hugely beneficial and transferable to real life.

[@DepressionShaman]

Gohan breaking SSJ2... The ultimate tale of untapped strength. LoL

[@jamesbuah6041]

People with some mental disorders are able to activate all their strength because the safety blocks are removed!

[@Poo260]

Woah tell me more!!

[@timon844]

14:30 got me laughing SO hard 😂😂 awesome video! i‘ll implement that in my workout from now on

[@lordofgraphite]

would love a video on the most effective stretching regime/yoga/pilates etc

[@TheBioneer]

Cool! Still experimenting with stretching regimes myself - will be sure to update when I have more useful info :-D

[@Shalashaska381]

I’ve been doing the program outlined in the book solitary fitness for about a month now and I’ll be using this information to make the workouts as much more effective as I can. Thanks for the tips

[@CristianSV01]

How were the results after 6 months? I bought solitaty fitness too, Im waiting for it to be delivered

[@Shalashaska381]

@@CristianSV01 I’ll be honest, it’s kind of hard to get into the routine and I had to modify some of the exercises based on what I’m physically able to do, but I ended up keeping my weight but losing fat.

[@MrRezillo]

Thank you for a helpful vid. Isometrics are very helpful for older guys like me, as they're much easier on the joints.

[@daveelliston1255]

Great info presented in an entertaining way. Cheers.

[@eimpressed]

Fantastic, just what I was looking for, cheers dude

[@masonictrucker8031]

Have you looked into the modern version of the bullworker or John petersons isometric power belt for isometrics?

[@cyclingseagull]

The BW is an excellent piece of equipment.

[@richardhenson77]

I have just started isometrics for Armwrestling Heading to the worlds in 2021 Looking forward to seeing the difference Great video Thank you

[@typetimin5567]

any improvements?

[@richardhenson77]

Yes My power has increased 30% plus And no injuries It is so transferable to any power sport

[@form_7wrestlingman810]

Thank you for this video I will at it into my routine this should help me with grappling

[@chris8534]

Seems to be the point where the rep fails a lot of people finish the set there - but should hold there for 7 secs and tak on the isometric there at the weakest point if they don't want to do it as the 1 rep max at the start (which is a great idea you have put forward there). I know it won't be a strong but it's no different to people that do a drop set at that point.

[@sumitkhanchi7728]

Excellent video

[@danielglatz1643]

Subscribing. Well done

[@man-uk1gj]

14:27 I can't stop laughing and my abs are aching like hell. A win win.

[@tomcha75]

I wonder if people think iso isn't good for muscle growth because they keep the duration too short. What would happen if you kept the intensity at say about 70 to 80%, but for 60 to 70 seconds time under tension?

[@johnmontoya2398]

Mate, there is also a way of isometrics where you use lite static contraction for 3 minutes,,,about 20% power,,,just longer time. I use both,,,long and short. Just sharing.

[@Blueliftify]

GREAT STUFF BRO

[@TheBioneer]

Cheers!

[@king-coughlon9928]

“theyll just think you have constipation or something... no big deal”😂

[@John13verse35]

Gotta try the sneaky conversation workout!

[@isaacroberts7752]

How much rest between reps and sets?

[@barryprellwitz9318]

This guy is great !

[@BATTLE-TANK]

very helpful. thanks for it !

[@lkira8079]

Thank you, this is very, very helpful!

[@van123446]

interesting about the six seconds not building size... Proobably just too short of time to stimulate growth, but I'd add, probably that relatively short time is also limiting strength gains too.

[@prasanth4740]

​@Tony yes minimum 30 sec

[@naturalnice]

Great Info-Thanks!!

[@mathdavies9546]

Really interesting video !

[@mastermasih]

yes give us all the isometrics!

[@Naudrim]

I started doing these for years. Instead of 6 seconds I do 1 minute

[@FishCakeIsland4928]

Untapped strength you can't use in normal situations? Like in an action movie when the main character gets beat up, and is about to give up until he realises that someone he's close to is in danger, and manages to get back up and save the day, or whatever.

[@haroon420]

I like this channel more than AthleanX

[@QuantumMind88]

I, for one, would like to see you talk about isometric stretching. Is isometrics similar to RFST stretching?

[@linrott5748]

This Is Why I Don't Understand why most are so prone toward reps. Reps feel almost useless compared to this.

[@DopamineOverload]

Have you built those guns with iso's exclusively? If so, well-done, sir.

[@bdog2501]

How would u use iso for legs ?

[@huntexlee]

half squat

[@zvonimirskvorc3006]

So isometrics for mass is between 20 to 60 seconds but for strength and power is golden number of 6 seconds?

[@juicyjfan]

9:57 🫡

[@RetroFirepower]

My grandfather used to tell me about this when I was younger but didn’t listen wish I had now.

[@reginaldmarselus4742]

The date on this video is December 2017 (2 years ago); perhaps there are updates you have discovered in the last two years. Perhaps an updated video is necessary. thank you

[@-eea32]

🙏

[@newchangeunlisted_viewer5594]

Genius

[@EricMossthestrongmanexperience]

I’m a professional steel bending strongman like Dennis Rogers and also use overcoming isometrics as a part of my training. Basically if there is a piece of steel that is just a bit outside my current power levels, it becomes an isometric piece, until I’m able to do it. Then I’m able to do what I previously couldn’t do before :-). Great video.

[@EricMossthestrongmanexperience]

OC Jones the body is one piece and just about everything will be used to some extent

[@wordupmagazines32]

That's how I'm looking at it now Eric. I just started isometrics a week ago and already pretty strong, mainly train for strength. I can't find it anywhere but about how long do you think it will take me to bend a wrench, or how long did it take you?

[@EricMossthestrongmanexperience]

WordUp Magazines first time I tried. I was training under Nj’s Superman the late Greg Matonick and had bent plenty of steel with him before having a go at the wrench. There is variance in materials and wrenches are all over the map.

[@EricMossthestrongmanexperience]

WordUp Magazines one other thing, if this is something you want to seriously pursue I highly recommend getting some coaching from Chris Rider. He’s my coach for classic feats of strength

[@cjblack110]

Hello sir. To train for isometrics to achieve the strength to bend steel, how many sets i should do, how many minutes of rest in between sets? And is it good to do it before bicep curls?

[@patrickvanmeter2922]

I do mostly body weight or gymnastics. A lot of isometrics involved. It is called holds in gymnastics. Use reps to increase muscle strength. Love the video. Thanks

[@jasonvoorhees8899]

reps with isometrics ?

[@cliffordbeardy6984]

@@jasonvoorhees8899 try 10 reps...each exercise...10 seconds time or what ever you prefer results are awesome

[@jasonvoorhees8899]

@@cliffordbeardy6984 in which range of motion ? Half way ? Beginning ? Flexed position ?

[@cliffordbeardy6984]

@@jasonvoorhees8899 Mix it up...for punching purposes Try 2-3 ranges of motion of pure pressure 7 second holds..breathe out when doing each strenuous variation (very important)..for the external rotator cuff arm at sidesuse a pillow inbetween arm lit an ribs..an maybe for force use a good side rope to circle around your wrist an give her shit..or make a hand cuff like wrap around your wrists an pull..10 sec.x10 breathing out...

[@cliffordbeardy6984]

You know Jason isometrics can get boring...have a punching bag close by ready to punch..practicing the motions you are exercising with..

[@oldjohn1744]

Isometric. The secret to look smaller and be stronger than the big guys

[@DeltaThreeOne]

funny, when i was little i was like “cant u just use ur body as a resistance to work out?” i thought i was wrong all these years

[@STBRetired1]

Apparently you are too young to remember Charles Atlas. His training course was completely based on using your body as a resistance and pitting one body part against another.

[@-eea32]

@@STBRetired1 who?

[@amortality999]

@@-eea32 Charles Atlas. Type him up

[@999manman]

@@amortality999 I actually recall a couple of bodybuilders in high school ( circa 1980) that were into the Charles Atlas course. They were pretty well ripped, too.

[@jesuslovesyou7130]

Your wise more than you know.

[@NoLimitSquad]

This video is pretty much 50% responsible for why my channel exists. You spurred my interest in overcoming isometric training bro. Thank you!

[@ELDogStar]

Great to see your post here. Just found this guy last night.

[@Karlu5]

Wow mn very nice, i wach some of you videos and are very good😊

[@Yashura303]

I see bro your strong nice man 👍

[@SerratusAnterior]

Jeff did say isometrics build muscle if you do it long enough (Also, my cousin said his professor (a doc) said isometrics build muscle better then concentrics)

[@jamescobrien]

It will puff your muscles up after six months, it's not super huge body building, but definitely adds size.

[@misterwonderful8628]

Tension itself will strengthen much and also tone...but like the shoulder presses at door frame top...I had a friend that wrecked his back with that exercise. Otherwise, the video was very through. Thanks. I wrestled against a kid in high school who ranked #1 at the tournament I was in and he was also ranked in top five for state...he was so incredibly strong but not that big ...I asked him what he did for strength training and he said ALL he used besides a throw dummy was that Bullworker Isometric bar (similar to that seen at 13:10 in this video). The kid told me he did every exercise in the manual it came with and he did it every day but once a week...His grip was super-human-like. I told my father about the kid and his strength, and he said "Come with me"...then he pulled one out of a box in the garage and told me it was all mine... :))) ....so I began using it as well. Fantastic for strength!

[@CriminaIlyInsane]

Alexandr Zass was the inventor and pioneer of isometrics, look him up that person is said to have inhuman strength he used to carry horses, break chains and occasionally getting run over by cars (intentionally)

[@WozWozEre]

Bro nobody 'invented' isometrics, they're a fundamental part of how the human body is able to work. We've been doing isometric activities since our ancestors were holding onto tree branches.

[@jayjalloh3631]

It builds muscle, speed, power, strength. If your not applying isometrics, your MISSING OUT.

[@davidwayne9982]

I also have added isometrics to my TAI CHI workout--- and it's giving me GREAT gains quickly!!!

[@RowdyGT]

Because of doing isometric holds at the end of my sets, I’ve noticed I’ve been able to contract my muscles WAAAAY harder than before, including ones that were hard for me to contract on their own like my chest. Even when I go a few months without training I can still just flex my chest and the contraction is intense

[@theBrian14]

This is the type of comment we're all looking for. Thanks! 🙏🏿

[@brenthill3241]

Issue 33 The Amazing Spiderman 1965. Read it till it shredded. Yes isometrics are another technique revisited from the old days and very beneficial. Charlie Atlas rules!

[@TheBioneer]

You know your stuff! Classic issue :-D

[@vincentdesiano4861]

I used to do isometric contraction that I learned from a little book by Charles Atlas when I was in JHS. It didn't increase my size much but it enabled me to do a nine foot standing broad jump, which wasn't too shabby for someone 5'5" and slim but very cut!

[@igalflint]

Charles Atlas never taught Isometrics . He taught Isotonics which is working a group of muscles against the other throughout movement of the parts involved.

[@Youngerthroughfitness]

I am a 66 year old full time trainer. ACSM Cert. Exercise Physiologist. I want to compliment you on both your knowledge and presentation. I have subscribed to your channel and will be utilizing your techniques. Thanks! There is a lot to gain from old and new and I love when science is applied to time tested techniques. Your explanation of dividing into working 4 joint angles is especially good.

[@Steven-gs8oh]

Lmao nobody gives a shit buddy

[@JLPJLP-ue9nd]

@@Steven-gs8oh i do

[@cartergomez5390]

Wow! You actually become wiser as you grow older, and you are able to pursue your passions because you realize that relationships are difficult and that working on yourself and being alone is the greatest thing you can ever do for yourself. I started working on all 9 areas of life when I told my ex to leave already. It has been a year now and I am the happiest I've ever been, reaching all my goals.

[@davidboyd374]

Been doing isometrics for more than 60 years and still do them It's incredible the information out there now about isometrics. I started with a Charles atlas course,then bought a bull worker also always using my different body parts ,to get results. For my age I look great even fitter looking than some 30 year Olds. But I found your information fascinating and will try more of what you are explaining. I also now use synthetic exercise s Bands of different strengths,which I also find brilliant. But I have never been really big.but always looked FIT . thanks for your additional info

[@jasonvoorhees8899]

what made you get into isometrics training ?

[@VestigialHead]

@@jasonvoorhees8899 Back then it was often seeing a Charles Atlas ad in a comic book or magazine. Although David has a few more decades on Earth than me so maybe different in his time.

[@tomthesoloking3432]

Wow your a monster cool

[@igalflint]

Isometrics comes from Greek language( ISOMETRIA) and essentially means "equal measures". "Metrics" stands for measures and "Iso" stands for equal! When pressuring a wall we are not really doing isometrics, as part of the energy spent is absorbed by and through the wall, and therefore WALL "RESPONSE" is no longer equal. It means that Newton's third Law is not quiet correct as he did not take in consideration this possibility, much less calculated the density of the materials involved. Formally stated, Newton's third law is: For every action, there is an equal and opposite reaction. So, when pressuring a brick wall "reaction" is going to be much different than when making pressure on a wall made out of cotton( a softer surface will of course absorb even more energy) As for the static issue, you can also walk or move while doing isometric exercises, so it's not completely static, you see my point? Bottom line: Isometrics is using one part of the body which is governed by an intelligent command ( the brain) against another part of the body which is governed by an intelligent command as well, and far as I know, a wall , is a inanimate matter that is not governed by a will power. Isometrics can be trained against an opponent like the ancient Spartans used to, when organized in couples. But self isometrics goes much beyond as this can literally become a battle of brain hemispheres. Let me give you an example: When holding both hands in front with arms down and almost straight, making a pressure with the left whole arm downwards , against the right hand , the real work that is been done is a brain exercise as the right hemisphere which commands the entire left hand side of the body "tells it" to press the right palm downwards , while simultaneously the left hemisphere which commands the whole right hand side of the body tells the right arm and palm , to equally resist!( STATICS) in opposite direction It 's an "x" brain/body scheme. I know isometrics very well as I have been studying and training it since 1975. While training isometrics it is vitally important to implement correct breathing . When exhaling you ought to do an continuous "ssssss" sound through the mouth, otherwise you will damage the heart severely . There six different way to train the same isometric exercise and breathing explanation should not be neglected. min. 15:02 how it should be! Left fist pushes the right one upwards with equal resistance , while exhaling and doing the "ssssss" sound through the mouth. No rope or any other outside materials are needed. And to conclude. Isometrics only bring good results when doing in three different angles. So you should do the exercise freely in three different levels. Most people who teach Isometrics don't know what it's really all about. In order to get big muscles Isometrics time length should be of 3 minutes while deeply inhaling and exhaling through the nose. As said before. Most people who teaches it or trains it for a long time don't know what it's really all about. Training is for short periods of time will never make your muscles grow.By the way, Charles Atlas never taught Isometrics . He taught Isotonics which is working a group of muscles against the other throughout movement of the parts involved. Do you have page on Facebook?

[@dehyrkas]

David Boyd how frequently do you train w/isometrics?

[@unixbadger]

I have mucked about with isometric training for the last few years. This video has given some great insights. Time to step it up!

[@TheBioneer]

Thank you so much 🙏🏻🙏🏻 And good luck!

[@madeinresitasometimeago3970]

One of my ex-gf worked in a mental facility. The stories about hysterical power are true. A 50 kg woman pulled a bolted sink from the wall. Just a casual day at work.

[@guilhermetheviking]

Freak content, im doing iso training for a time, and for sure, strenght grows beastly, either the muscle quality!

[@davidboyd374]

How about isometric for legs !!. Don't really see many of those .I have been doing isometrics for 60YEARS .I'm not gignormous. But I'm reasonably toned and strong for my age . I still do them today after having a quadruple heart bypass and 2 knee replacements. So I'm happy with isometrics and now I use rubber bands and incorporate isometrics into those movements,which are quite incredible ,with the different positions you can get into ,using BANDS 😀😎🤔😇

[@4BearWarrior]

@DavidBoyd try doing the horse stance for your legs.

[@ugafangpulliam]

It's also worth mentioning that isometrics stimulate testosterone production that helps in normal non-isometric workouts as well. I get massive and ripped by doing isometrics one day and pyramids the next day. Of course, rest is also essential. But I found that rest days are fewer and far between with isometrics for some reason. With isometric training the recovery periods are about half the time as other workout recovery periods are.

[@SuperUnbeliever]

The best example of hysterical/crisis/emergency strength is the last man in Britain to be hanged. An innocent man (proven since). The night before execution he drove his fist through a sheet of bullet proof glass.

[@markd5225]

Not a lot of people explain this topic you explain it well good video keep up the good work

[@TheBioneer]

Thanks a lot! I shall try!

[@robbybee70]

Bioneer has great explinations

[@raginald7mars408]

Thank YOU so much! The greatest is, you can do that anytime anywhere! Stand waiting in line, do hole body contractions etc. Sit in a chair, do contractions. Any boring dull situation is perfect to improve yourself. Takes even no willpower or Discipline. Just do it. Better than waiting...or smoking...a kin dof combination with Jacobson...or dealing with the Impulse to eat - contract until the impulse is gone...

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[@kennethrohen5963]

There is a generation or two who have no idea of what a phone book is, or that there were only telephones that were tethered to the wall, or that they had to actually fatigue themselves to stand up and walk to change TV channels.

[@Yohanryan]

Underrated ! Keep up the good work man !

[@qward2174]

I'll just call Bulma and price a gravity room😎😎 I want to train in 500g like Vegeta 😎💪🏽🏋🏾‍♂️

[@TekkenOnlineFights]

Practice with your own weight it will be enough. 😉

[@ROCKIN-AL]

I had to do ths (advice from my therapist) wheni broke my shoulder to regain the strength in my left arm

[@bewater8417]

No one seems to realise that gymnastics rings with straps are amazing for isometrics training. Just add a platform and you are set to do the exercises. No need for additional gear.

[@ava.artemis]

I’ve been incorporating isometrics into any free weight exercise just by holding at the half way or 90 degree position for about 10 seconds of every rep and moving through the overall movement really slowly. I love it, it really fatigues the muscles and helps stability, tendon and joint strength

[@chandansimms9167]

Have you noticed strength gains from it

[@ava.artemis]

@@chandansimms9167 yes definitely. I’m 49 and female and my goals are recovery and quality of life, as opposed to gains per se, but I was surprised I needed to buy heavier dumbbells after several weeks, for example. I’m not working out that often either. 2-3 times a week for lower body focus and 1-2 for upper.

[@chandansimms9167]

@@ava.artemis thanks for replying back and that’s really good progress , I hope it continues. I’ve recently started yielding isometrics with weighted pull ups and they seem to work but just wanted too hear some more anecdotal evidence from others

[@Karlu5]

One question, i can do overcoming isometrics every days and rest 2 Day per week??

[@Hi-xu6qh]

A quick question after trying to bend/brake something constantly would you eventually build the strength to brake / bend that object / thing

[@shantitanna8033]

Very interesting and useful video, learn a lot. Thank you.

[@Dave-hv9rn]

Good stuff. I found that the yoga triangle pose is vary effective for shoulder development and the upward facing dog is good for pecs triceps and delts. You need to hold these positions for about 1 minute or so.

[@RDJ2]

Handstands are good for shoulders and such as well.

[@Dave-hv9rn]

RDJ2 ok thanks

[@diddy103177]

Highly underrated video based on viewership. A good measure of your video's value is it's approval rating of approximately 100:1 meaning that for every 100 likes there is only 1 dislike. Most videos on KZbin struggle to break the 10:1 barrier. So while number of views reflects popularity, the approval rating reflects actual feedback from viewers who took the time to watch and assess before giving their feedback. Great work - Keep it up!

[@nochancecze]

overcoming isometrics, here I come!

[@avaulleegilles3317]

Simple, creative, humble, educational. Many thanks, Sir!

[@shirleymental4189]

Charles Atlas was all about isometrics and he seemed to grow muscle no problem.

[@KevinWikse]

I practice Iron Wire dynamic tension set from Hung Gar. Its crazy effective. I did some pressing against my wall... I went right through the drywall.

[@Intvictus]

Came here to see if this guy does isometrics like Alexander Zass

[@DubbaLubbaB]

Instantly subbed when I saw Dragon Ball Z

[@Orthuzz]

6:30 i love how they had to set machine differently so they can measure him😂

[@kevpage]

What’s this type of training like on the joints and tendons though?

[@goodvibes4014]

Everything said was perfectly correct. I ve been trying isometrics for some years now, on myself. But I ve seen override isometrics can build mass as well.

[@iincisif8599]

Great video, althrough i dont know about those six sedonds.

[@aardvarkflotilla]

Thank you for making this video. I happened to have a copy of: "The Art of Expressing the Human Body," by John Little which covers Bruce Lee's training methods. The index shows his 8 basic isometric exercises that he used. I'm sold! Thanks again!

[@RJGURRI]

What exercises were they can u tell

[@shirkophobe]

@@RJGURRI www.academia.edu/19516589/Bruce_Lee_the_art_of_expressing_the_human_body