[tmeoe]

Wow, where to start with this one.....If this post seems unorganized i'm sorry.
I'll try to present this in bullet points to make this easier to read through.


First i'll comment on what i think of the writers opinions:

* Yes, there have been studies done to test the benefits of partial ROM and full ROM, end result was partial may have some advatanges but more research necessary. (Masey, et al "An analysis of partial ROM vs. full ROM in the development of strength in men")

* Moving a car, and construction jobs aren't strength training and should not be compared to strength training

*Maximum fast twitch fibers do result in hypertrophy, but completely exhausting a muscle during every training session will guarantee overtraining and increased risk of injury.

* No research has been done to say that full ROM is worthless

Now for my opinions on the issue:

* Full ROM is essential, especially for begginers who are much more susceptible to injury

* Full ROM also teaches good form so that the athlete can actually work the muscle they intend to. Leaning back so much on standing curls is not going to efficiently hit your biceps

* Using partial ROM will fatigue your muscle much faster and not allow the athlete to train with full intensity

* I believe partial ROM has its place, but only for athletes who are experienced, are in a plateau, and whose goals are strength not hypertrophy

* I would love to see and individual who has never worked out before just use partial ROM and see what the results are like

* I for one will continue to use periodization and full ROM as it has worked best for me