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Tempo Training

Tempo Training: definition

Controlling the speed of each rep phase, written as 4 numbers (e.g., 3-1-2-0 for 3s eccentric, 1s pause, 2s concentric, 0s top).

What Tempo Training means in practice

Controlling the speed of each rep phase, written as 4 numbers (e.g., 3-1-2-0 for 3s eccentric, 1s pause, 2s concentric, 0s top).

Use the definition as a starting point, then connect it to your programme, exercise selection, nutrition targets, or progress data.

Tempo Training: quick questions

What does Tempo Training mean?

Controlling the speed of each rep phase, written as 4 numbers (e.g., 3-1-2-0 for 3s eccentric, 1s pause, 2s concentric, 0s top).

Why does Tempo Training matter in fitness?

Understanding Tempo Training makes it easier to follow programmes, interpret coaching instructions, and make informed training or nutrition decisions.

Where can I learn more about Tempo Training?

Continue with the related concepts Hypertrophy, Time Under Tension (TUT) or browse the LumaFit exercise, programme, and calculator libraries.

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