Muscle Contraction Flashcards by Harri STEWART | Brainscape

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What is Isometric

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The muscles remains in a fixed position during exercise but is contracting

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What is Eccentric

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When a muscles contracts and lengthens. Provides control in a downwards phase.

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What is Concentric

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When a muscles contract and shortens

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