Unlike a regular athlete, when bodybuilders train for mass, they may not necessarily need the corresponding increases in strength. Is there a better way for them to train for size without devoting so much time and energy to the strength that is not required? There may be. This lecture will outline the science behind a special approach that trainers and coaches can implement to help with the unique needs of building a better physique athlete.

1. Absolutely, Positively Negative!

9. Myofibrillar Hypertrophy

12. Sarcoplasmic Hypertrophy

13. The Difference…

16. Training the Negatives

26. So, what’s the training method?

33. Forced negatives with free weights

34. Assisted negatives on a rack

35. Assisted negatives on a Smith

36. Forced negatives on plate-loaded

44. Questions?