Contractions Flashcards
1
Q
What is an isotonic contraction?
A
Those which cause the muscle to change length as it contracts
2
Q
What are the two types of isotonic contraction?
A
- concentric
- eccentric
3
Q
What are concentric contractions?
A
Those which cause the muscle to shorten as it contracts
4
Q
What are eccentric contractions?
A
When the muscle lengthens as it contracts
5
Q
What is an isometric contraction?
A
When there is no change the length of the contracting muscle
6
Q
What is an agonist?
A
Contracting muscle
7
Q
What is an antagonist?
A
Relaxing muscle
8
Q
What are the names for the pairs muscles work in?
A
Antagonistic pairs
