Static Contraction Machines & Equipment: Which Are Best For Static Contraction Training?

Since John Little and Peter Sisco coined the term – Static Contractions, many fitness enthusiasts and bodybuilders have adopted this training protocol in their training and training programs. In this article, I’ll explore static contraction machines and equipment and why you should use them to achieve greater muscle strength and size in less time than you ever thought possible.



Why the need for static shrinkage equipment

Static contraction training, also known as SCT, has used free weights primarily for the application of its training principles. Bob Hoffman, created the Isometrics Power Rack and used this type of machine to develop Olympic weightlifters when he was the US Olympic weightlifting coach. Bruce Lee, was a huge proponent of the use of static contraction equipment and employed both the Isometrics Power Rack and an isometric exerciser called a Tensolator. In this article, I will go into the benefits of static contraction exercises, but if you are familiar with isometric training then you will be somewhat familiar with SCT. I’ll also talk about two of the most popular static shrink machines on the market today. Their prices vary widely and which one is right for you is really based on your bodybuilding and fitness goals.

The XF Streamline

This static shrink machine, the XF Streamline, was developed by Tony Reno. Before its invention, most people used SCTs in the standard power rack. Mr. Reno’s invention finally allowed those people who did not have the ability to go to a gym or who did not have the time to use the SCT effectively at home to train with this incredible bodybuilding routine. The biggest drawback of this equipment is its price. It currently sells for about … $ 1,500. Plus, this static crunch machine suffers from the same drawbacks as using free weights, and if you’re new to weightlifting, you may not know that press exercises Bench and leg press are responsible for more injuries than any other exercise. So if you remove these two movements from the XF Streamline workout program, you essentially won’t have an effective chest or leg workout. This particular machine is best suited for someone who is an advanced bodybuilder and looking for a massive size. I say this mainly because of the price.

The Tensolator or Bully Xtreme Static Contraction Exercise Equipment

As I mentioned earlier, Bruce Lee used a device called the Tensolator. He used it to increase his hitting power and speed. The benefits of this isometric exerciser are its low cost, typically less than $ 100 compared to the XF Streamline, which costs approximately $ 1500. Both exercise equipment allow you to perform many different exercises.

Bully Xtreme advertises that you can perform over 82 quality exercises in a gym. One of the other advantages of this particular product is that you can use it with both static contraction and isotonic training. (If you’re not familiar with the term isotonic training, in an isotonic contraction, the tension remains unchanged and the length of the muscle changes.

In a static contraction, the angle of the joint and the length of the muscle do not change during the contraction.) The Tensolator or Bully Xtreme, as it is commonly known now, is more suitable for people who need a less expensive and portable home gym.