Innovative & Effective
What is behing
Flywheel-Technology?
The training with Flywheel technology in the form of kinetic energy is an innovative development in the field of sport and physiotherapy. Instead of conventional weights, you train with flywheels that work independently of gravity. Every movement is made up of two phases: Every movement is made up of two phases:
- concentric Phase
- eccentric Phase
Phase 1 – concentric movement: By pulling the handle, the flywheel is set in rotation and accelerated and stores kinetic energy. As soon as the band is completely rolled up, it is pulled back from the flywheel, like a yo-yo.
Phase 2 – eccentric movement: When the band is pulled back, it has to be braked through body resistance. Then the concentric phase starts again automatically.
At the turning point between the concentric and eccentric phase, there is a noticeable effect throughout the body. The energy that is generated can be directed to the desired bodypart. Individual muscles can be isolated with precise accuracy. As soon as you get used to the movement, you can continuously adjust the intensity of the training.
A training device for the home and on the go
Thanks to the universal adapter, it is very easy to attach YoRoller anywhere, for example on trees, railings or pillars. In addition, an ergonomic grip is included, which can be easily exchanged. It can be used with one or both hands.
YoRoller is compact and light but can achieve training effects of up to 100 kilograms.
Clinical studies on Flywheel training
Numerous scientific studies confirm the effectiveness of Flywheel training, which is why this method is used by top athletes and physiotherapists. The special thing about Flywheel training is the eccentric contraction – a phaser that does not exist in training with gravity which is only limited to concentric contraction. The interaction between the eccentric and concentric phase also enables faster rehabilitation and preventing injuries.
- Greater muscle strength can be achieved during the eccentric contraction.
- Eccentric contractions also tire more slowly, which is more efficient from a metabolic perspective compared to concentric contractions.
- Eccentric training is more effective in increasing muscle strength.
- Eccentric training is more effective in building muscle mass.
- The jumping power and core strength are also increased.
Further information & studies
- Drury, B., Ratel, S., Clark, C. (2019). Review: Eccentric Resistance Training in Youth: Perspectives for Long-Term Athletic Development. Journal of Functional Morphology and Kinesiology.
- Maroto-Izquierdo, S., García-López, D., & de Paz, J. (2017). Functional and Muscle-Size Effects of Flywheel Resistance Training with Eccentric-Overload in Professional Handball Players. Journal of Human Kinetics, 133-143.
- Maroto-Izquierdoa S., García-López D., Fernandez-Gonzalo R. (2017). Review: Skeletal muscle functional and structural adaptations after eccentricoverload flywheel resistance training: a systematic review andmeta-analysis. Journal of Science and Medicine in Sport.
- Martinez-Aranda L., Fernandez-Gonzalo R. (2016). Effects of inertial setting on power, force, work, and eccentric overload during flywheel resistance exercise in women and men. The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research
- Hoyo, M. d., Pozzo, M., Sañudo, B., & Carrasco, L. (2015). Effects of a 10-Week In-Season Eccentric-Overload Training Program on Muscle-Injury Prevention and Performance in Junior Elite Soccer Players. International Journal of Sports Physiology and Performance, 10, 46-52.
- Fernandez-Gonzalo, R., Sojka, P., & Tesch, P. (2014). Chronic stroke patients show early and robust improvements in muscle and functional performance in response to eccentric-overload flywheel resistance training: A pilot study. Journal of NeuroEngineering and Rehabilitation, 11:150.
- Norrbrand, L., Pozzo, M., & Tesch, P. (2010). Flywheel resistance training calls for greater eccentric muscle. European Journal of Applied Physiology, 110:997–1005.
