smallappsIn the pursuit of strength, we often view resistance as a constant. A 45-pound plate weighs 45 pounds whether you are holding it at the bottom of a squat or standing at the top. Gravity …
The Physics of the Bow: Variable Resistance, the Strength Curve, and the Science of Power Rods
In the lexicon of strength training, “Iron” is synonymous with resistance. We “pump iron,” we lift “heavy metal.” This linguistic habit reflects a centuries-old reliance on gravity acting upon mass as the primary means of …