Isotonic Contraction Flashcards
1
Q
are those in which there is consistent tension as the muscle length changes. These can be either concentric (muscle shortening) or eccentric (muscle elongation).
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Isotonic contractions
2
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Types of Isotonic contractions
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Concentric Contraction
Eccentric Contraction
3
Q
occurs when the total length of the muscle shortens as tension is produced.
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Concentric Contraction
4
Q
occurs when the total length of the muscle increases as tension is produced.
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Eccentric Contraction
5
Q
Examples of Isotonic Contraction
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Push-up
Pull-up
Squad Thrust
Bicep Curl
