The Best HIT Protocol for Lumbar Spine Health and Fitness

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Dr. Michael MacMillan

Why should strength trainers and fitness studio owners seriously look into eccentric-focused training? (Spoiler alert: the results you can get are amazing — if you do it right).

Dr. Michael MacMillan ( negatorstrength @ gmail [dot] com ) – former powerlifter, retired orthopedic surgeon, and former associate professor at the University of Florida – returns to share more of his expertise and wealth of knowledge in biomechanics. He is the co-creator of the NeGator Strength System, which is now on its new and improved 5th Generation.

In this episode, we talk about how eccentrics affect bones and ligaments, how most muscle injuries happen and how to avoid them, the types of machines that can use the NeGator, the many applications and benefits of proper eccentric training, and more!

This episode is great for both strength studio owners looking to get a huge competitive advantage and anyone who wants to get more from their strength training regimen — make sure you tune in!

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Show Notes

01:21 – The NeGator, Generation 5 — Dr. Michael MacMillan explains what’s new
02:46 – The advantages of eccentric-focused strength training for studio owners and clients
04:11 – What types of machines and equipment can use The NeGator?
06:59 – Why is eccentric-focused training so effective and beneficial?
11:42 – Regarding greater adaptations for bones and ligaments
15:35 – On the HIT Community being under fire from other fitness professionals promoting high-volume protocols
18:18 – More advantages provided by eccentric-focused training
22:46 – What you can learn from how Arthur Jones, Mike Mentzer, and Dorian Yates used eccentric-focused strength training
24:34 – Are there negative consequences to doing eccentrics the wrong way?
28:04 – What is Macro Damage and why does it happen? (Muscle structure damage and when most muscle injuries appear)
29:15 – Why do muscle injuries happen and how can you avoid them?
31:09 – On pricing, delivery, and installation information for The Negator (Generation 5)
34:59 – On Back Training and Spinal Health, “The Back Story,” and Yielding Isometrics
39:34 – Dr. Michael MacMillan’s recommended protocol for using yielding isometrics
41:17 – Are eccentrics resistant to fatigue?