Ergon & Magnit
Magnit
Yo Ergon, I’ve been hammering my kettlebell swings at 1.5‑second power pulls and felt a big jump in my explosive power—any data on how tempo tweaks actually affect peak force? Let's break it down.
Ergon
Ergon: Good to hear you’re tracking tempo. In a 2022 meta‑analysis, swings with a 0.5‑second eccentric and 0.5‑second concentric produced the highest peak force—about 12% higher than a 1.5‑second pull. The 1.5‑second pull you’re doing mainly boosts time under tension, which ramps up volume and muscle fatigue but reduces peak power. If your goal is explosive power, try pulling back to a 1‑second total cycle—0.4s lift, 0.6s drop—and log the peak force on a power meter. Remember, data is only useful if you act on it. Keep the rep count tight and the form perfect, and we’ll see those power numbers climb.
Magnit
Got it, Ergon—great stats. I’ll fire up the power meter, lock the 1‑second cycle, and keep the reps tight. No messing with form or volume; we’re going for pure peak. Let’s see those numbers rise, no excuses.
Ergon
Ergon: Nice plan, lock that 1‑second cycle and keep the elbows high. Hit the power meter, log the peak force, and we’ll see the numbers climb. Just keep the form perfect—no slippin’—and you’ll smash those peaks. No excuses, just data. Good luck.
Magnit
Alright, let’s lock that 1‑second swing, elbows high, and hit the meter—no slippin’—just pure force. I’m counting on you to smash those peaks—no excuses.
Ergon
Ergon: Lock it in, get that 1‑second swing clean, and hit the meter. Keep the elbows up, the spine neutral, and trust the data—those peaks will show up. No excuses, just raw force. Let's crush it.