Muscles

Question 1

Agonist (Also prime mover)

Answer 1

A muscle that carries out an action and is opposed by another muscle- the antagonist

Question 2

Antagonist (opponent)

Answer 2

A muscle that performs the opposite action of the prime mover and synergistic muscles; opponent

Question 3

Synergist

Answer 3

A muscle that supports the prime mover (to create a movement)

Question 4

Muscle balance

Answer 4

The state of equilibrium that exists when there is a balance of strength of opposing muscles acting on a joint, providing ideal alignment for movement and optimal stabilization

Question 5

Muscle imbalance

Answer 5

Inequality in strength of opposing muscles, existing when a muscle is weak and its antagonist is strong- leading to faulty alignment and inefficient movement

Question 6

Calcaneal tendon

Answer 6

Achilies tendon - tendon connecting the back of the ankle and lower leg to the foot

Question 7

Illiopsoas

Answer 7

Hip flexor muscles

Question 8

Ligaments

Answer 8

Are tough bands of fiber designed to help keep the ranges of motion within limits for the protection of the joints and its structures

Question 9

Concentric contraction of the muscles

Answer 9

A type of contraction in which the muscle visibly shortens

Question 10

Eccentric muscle contraction

Answer 10

When the muscle visibly elongates

Question 11

Isometric contraction of the muscles

Answer 11

A static contraction: Where a muscle develops tension, but not enough to move the body part against another resistance

Question 12

Primary hip flexors

Answer 12

Illiachas and soaz muscles

Question 13

Gastrocnemius

Answer 13

Calf muscle

Question 14

Soleus muscle

Answer 14

Lower leg muscles