What this is
A 4-phase tempo system for strength steps: eccentric, pause, concentric, and top hold durations.
Strength execution detail
Tempo Control That Stays Actionable Under Fatigue
Tempo work only helps when cues are explicit. untraind lets you define phase-by-phase tempo in the editor and keeps those constraints visible during execution.
What this unlocks
Consistent rep quality, better movement control, and predictable tension targets across sets.
Why and when to use it
Use it for hypertrophy and technique blocks where rep speed and control matter as much as load.
Tempo control built into the same workout flow
Tempo is configured directly on exercise blocks in the workout editor, then executed in the same runtime as EMOM, AMRAP, Ladder, and For Time templates.
Program all four phases directly.
Set phase durations for eccentric, pause, concentric, and hold without leaving the block editor.
Disable or simplify phases when needed.
Use zero-value phases to keep tempo strict where needed and lightweight where speed is the goal.
Works alongside training-method and load logic.
Tempo settings can coexist with training-method blocks and backoff patterns in one template.
Tempo control FAQ
Do I need a separate mode for tempo workouts?
No. Tempo control is part of the normal workout editor and can be applied per exercise block.
Can I combine tempo with EMOM, AMRAP, or Ladder blocks?
Yes. Tempo is a block-level strength setting and works within training-method templates that include those formats.
Is tempo only for advanced users?
No. You can start with simple patterns and add stricter phase timing as your training demands increase.