Soc 12 Movement Flashcards
What is flexion?
Bending movement that decreases the angle between body parts.
What are joints that provide flexion?
Shoulder hip elbow
Examples of flexion in sport
Someone works out in the gym and bends their arm up when doing a bicep curl
What is extension?
Straightening movement that increases the angle between body parts
Joints that provide extension
Shoulder, hip
Examples of extension in sport
A swimmer swings the arm backwards in preperation for a racing drive
What is adduction?
Movement that pulls towards the midline of the body
Joints that provide adduction
Shoulder, hip
Examples of adduction in sport
A golfer on the tee swings the club towards the ball
What is abduction?
Movement that pulls away from the middle of the body
Joints that provide abduction
Shoulder, hip