Concentric, Eccentric and Isometric Contractions Flashcards
1
Q
What is Isometric Contractions
A
Muscle does not change length
E.g., Pushing against a door
2
Q
What is Isotonic Contractions
A
Muscle changes length when contracting.
3
Q
What is Eccentric Contractions
A
Muscle lengthens when contracting.
E.g., going from a sit up position to lying flat (Abdominals).
4
Q
What is Concentric Contraction
A
Muscle shortens when contracting E.g., push up (pectorals)
