Resistance training methods Flashcards
1
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Isometric
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Static resistance training
Muscular action with no change of muscle length
MVMA - Maximal voluntary muscle action
2
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Dynamic constant external resistance
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Isoinertial; no change in external resistance during concentric and eccentric phases
3
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Variable
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Specialised equipment that varies resistance throughout rom to match strength curve
4
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Isokinetic
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Muscular action performed at constant angular limb velocity; no specified resistance
5
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Eccentric
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Negative resistance training utilising only eccentric phase involving the lowering/lengthening phase