types of muscle contraction Flashcards
1
Q
is there tension? what happens to the muscle?
what is consentric contraction
A
the muscle shortens under tension
2
Q
what phase
whats an example of consentric contraction
A
the upwards phase during a bicep curl
3
Q
what happens to the muscle? what is the tension like?
what is eccentric contraction
A
when the muscle becomes longer under tension
4
Q
whats an example of eccentric contraction
A
downward phase of a bicep curl
5
Q
what is isometric contraction
A
the muscle contracts but there is no movement
6
Q
whats an example of isometic contraction
A
holding a wall sit/plank
