“But it is my understanding that you should do each rep much SLOWER, particularly on the negative portion.”
Negatives are often toooo challenging for beginners.
It tends to sour them once the DOMS sets in.
I can testify that I never felt pain like I did 30hrs after a complete normal workout of enhanced negatives. Lift in 2 seconds, release in 8 seconds. Effin’ OUCH.
I recommend just going slow and focusing on precise form.
“I can testify that I never felt pain like I did 30hrs after a complete normal workout of enhanced negatives. Lift in 2 seconds, release in 8 seconds. Effin’ OUCH.”
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A testament to their efficacy. But, like everything else exercise-related, perhaps you should have advanced more slowly, not dived right in to 2-8. Start with 2-2. Next month, 2-3, etc.