Summary: Why settle for the limitations of gravity? We walk you through how to use BOLDR’s three modes – Standard, Eccentric, and Concentric – to break through plateaus and tailor your training to your specific goals.
MORE THAN JUST WEIGHTS
When we developed the software for BOLDR, our goal was to give you tools that were previously only available in advanced laboratories or elite gyms. Thanks to the electromagnetic motor, we are no longer limited by how heavy iron plates behave. You can easily switch between three completely different ways of loading the muscles by double-pressing the start button on the device. Here is what you need to know about each mode.
1. STANDARD MODE – YOUR DIGITAL FOUNDATION
This is the mode that best mimics traditional weights, but with the digital precision that BOLDR offers. Here, you get constant resistance on both the way up and the way down.
- The feel: Like using a perfectly lubricated cable machine.
- When to use it? This is your baseline. Perfect for learning new exercises, building a stable foundation, and for your daily strength training.
- Pro tip: Use this when you want to test your maximum strength (1RM) as the resistance is completely predictable.
2. ECCENTRIC MODE – THE SECRET TO FAST RESULTS
For those of us who take training seriously, the eccentric phase (the "negative" phase where the muscle lengthens) is where the most growth happens. In this mode, the machine adds extra resistance when you resist the load.
- The feel: It feels heavier when you resist than when you pull. The machine "helps" you in the concentric phase but challenges you to the maximum on the way back.
- When to use it? When you want to build muscle mass (hypertrophy) effectively or strengthen your tendons. It is also the ultimate mode for breaking through strength plateaus.
- The science: Your body is naturally stronger in the eccentric phase. By increasing the load during this phase, you force the muscles to adapt faster.
3. CONCENTRIC MODE – TRAIN HARD WITHOUT THE SORENESS
This is the opposite of eccentric training. Here, you get resistance when you pull (the positive phase), but almost no resistance at all when you release back.
- The feel: Explosive power on the way out, but completely "weightless" on the way back.
- When to use it? Perfect for explosiveness training, rehab, or when you want to train hard but avoid the heavy muscle soreness that often comes from heavy eccentric movements.
- Application: Excellent before a competition or match when you want to keep the muscles activated but not fatigued.
DIGITAL CONTROL IN EVERY REPETITION
Regardless of which mode you choose, you always have full control. You fine-tune the weight in 1 kg increments, all the way from 3 to 30 kg per unit. We ship all our kits from our own warehouse with a 2-year warranty, and in our self-developed app, you will find over 100 video instructions on how to best utilize these modes in your daily training.
Being able to switch between these modes in your living room is a game changer. You no longer have to compromise on your progress just because you're not at the gym. Want to download the manual or get the app to explore the future of training? Visit our support page here for downloads and instructions.