Chapter
Building Connective Tissue Strength
High rep work is essential to feed connective tissue which is not fed by its own capillary system. High load, short duration microbursts are the fastest and most effective way to build connective tissue strength on a joint that's prepared to do advanced strength.
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Elite level athletes incorporate endurance work in their warm-ups, leading to unexpected results.
54:06 - 56:36 (02:29)
Summary
Elite level athletes incorporate endurance work in their warm-ups, leading to unexpected results. The calves, core, and arms are all considered endurance muscles and benefit from high-rep work to train connective tissue and build strength.
ChapterBuilding Connective Tissue Strength
Episode#180: The Secrets of Gymnastic Strength Training, Part Two — Home Equipment, Weighted Stretches, and Muscle-Ups
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The connective tissues in our body don't have its own capillary system, and feeding them through high rep work and movement is crucial to maintain healthy joints.
56:36 - 58:23 (01:47)
Summary
The connective tissues in our body don't have its own capillary system, and feeding them through high rep work and movement is crucial to maintain healthy joints. Tissue feeding sessions can also help to prepare for plyometric work to improve strength and mobility.
ChapterBuilding Connective Tissue Strength
Episode#180: The Secrets of Gymnastic Strength Training, Part Two — Home Equipment, Weighted Stretches, and Muscle-Ups
PodcastThe Tim Ferriss Show
The speaker emphasizes the importance of seeking professional training and avoiding high-risk training methods when attempting high-intensity exercises.
58:23 - 1:01:39 (03:15)
Summary
The speaker emphasizes the importance of seeking professional training and avoiding high-risk training methods when attempting high-intensity exercises. Short-duration microbursts of high-intensity plyometric work is the quickest and most effective method to build connective tissue strength for advanced exercises.