Muscular contractions Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 4 types of contractions
A
isometric
isotonic
eccentric
concentric
2
Q
what is isometric
A
the muscle length stays the same whilst contracting
static movement
example - crucifix in gymnast
3
Q
what is concentric
A
the muscle shortens when contracting
example - sit ups
4
Q
what is eccentric
A
the muscle lengthens when contracting
this decelerates the body
example - down movement of a bicep curl
5
Q
what is isotonic
A
