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Tempo training? Essentially, “tempo” in weight training refers to the speed that you lift the weight and how quickly you lower the weight. Tempo is typically shown as a 3 or 4 digit number, with each number referring to the speed at which part of the exercise should be performed. First number: The first number refers to the speed of the lowering phase of a movement. Example (31X1) = 3 seconds lowering the weight. In the example of a bench press, you will lower the weight for 3 seconds Second number: The second number refers to time in the bottom of the lift. Example (31X1) = 1 seconds holding the weight at the bottom. In the example of a bench press, you will hold the weight just above the chest for 1 second. Third number: The third number refers to the speed of the upward phase of a movement. Example…

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