Classifications Of Movements Flashcards
Movements can be classified in various ways based on different criteria, enumerate:
Based on type of motion
Based on body parts involved
Based on purpose
Based on complexity
Based on context
Based on direction
Based on intention
Motion in a straight line, like walking or running
Linear movement
Motion around a fixed point ir axis, like flexing and extending a joint.
Angular movement
Motion along a curved path, like cycling or skating.
Curvilinear movement
Involving large muscle groups and major body parts, such as walking pr jumping.
Gross motor movements
Involving smaller muscle groups, often requiring precision and coordination, such as writing or picking up objects.
Fine motor movements
Movements that mimic or directly relate to everyday activities, such as squatting (sitting down) or lifting.
Functional movements
Movements specific to a particular sport, like swinging a tennis racket or throwing a basketball
Sport-specific movements
Basic movements that serve as building blocks for more complex activities. These includes walking, crawling, squatting, and pushing.
Fundamental movements
Movements that involve a combination of fundamental movements, such as basketball player dribbling while running.
Complex movements
Where the body doesn’t change it’s position, like holding a plank.
Static movement
Movements involving changes in position, like jumping, running or lifting.
Dynamic movements
Movements involving one sife of the body, such as a single-leg squat.
Unilateral movement
Movements involving both sides of the body simultaneously, like a traditional two-legged.
Bilateral movement
Controlled movements initiated by conscious intention, conscious control, like reaching for an object.
Voluntary movements
