An elecromyographical analysis of two selected exercises untilizing two different resistance genres : an honors thesis (HONRS 499)

Abstract

The study was performed to determine how valid a chest press exercise is using exercise tubing vs. a weight stack machine. This was determined by examining the maximum value of the action potential at different intervals and frequency of muscle firing (Root Mean Square). The purpose of the study is to compare the firing patterns of action potentiation between the two chest press exercises. Electromyographical analysis was used to determine a maximum value and RMS of the upright chest press utilizing a weight stack and exercise tubing.