Then have your partner lift the bar back up so you can perform another slow, negative rep. If you train in this manner, you should need fewer sets. Three all-out sets with forced negative reps should be more than enough to annihilate any body part. And be forewarned - negative training can produce extreme delayed onset muscle soreness. Expect some pain for a day or two after the workout.
Negative training is an advanced technique that can propel muscle growth past a sticking point.
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