Muscles Flashcards
1
Q
What is isotonic muscle contraction?
A
Tension is produced, change in muscle length
2
Q
What is isometric muscle contraction?
A
Tension is produced, no change in muscle length
3
Q
What is concentric?
A
Muscle shortens
4
Q
What is eccentric?
A
Muscle lengthens
5
Q
What is an antagonistic pair?
A
When 2 muscles work together to produce movement at a joint
6
Q
What is an agonist? (Biceps during curl)
A
Muscle that causes the movement
7
Q
What is an antagonist? (Tricep during curl)
A
Allows the movement to occur
