1. Year 10 - Muscle Contraction Types Flashcards
1
Q
What is Isometric Contraction?
A
A muscular contraction where a force is applied to a stationary or held position.
2
Q
What is Isotonic Concentric?
A
Where the muscle shortens while the force is applied
The Shortening muscle pulls on the bone its attached to
3
Q
What is Isotonic Eccentric?
A
Where the muscle lengthens while a force is applied
Controls the downwards movement against gravity
4
Q
What is an example Isometric Contraction?
A
During plank - Abs, glutes,
V-sit - Hip Flexors, Abs
5
Q
What is an example of isotonic concentric?
A
Bicep Curl - Shortens on the upward phase of the curl
6
Q
What is an example of Isotonic eccentric?
A
Bicep Curl - Downward phase it lengthens as it contracts to control the movement
