Eccentric loading

Eccentric loading refers to a situation where force is applied to a muscle or structure in a way that causes it to stretch while generating tension. For example, when lowering a weight slowly during a bicep curl, your muscle lengthens under tension. This type of load helps strengthen the muscle as it controls movement and absorbs force. Eccentric loading is essential in training and rehabilitation because it improves muscle control, flexibility, and strength, especially in movements that involve deceleration or controlled lowering.