contractions Flashcards
1
Q
what is an isometric contraction?
A
where a muscle contracts and is under tension but stays the same length
2
Q
what is an Isotonic concentric contraction?
A
when a muscle contracts and becomes shorter under tension
3
Q
what is an Isotonic eccentric contraction?
A
when a muscle contracts and lengthens under tension
4
Q
what is an isotonic contraction
A
when muscles contract and change lengths
