Muscle Action Flashcards
1
Q
Agonist
A
Prime mover
Muscle that causes movement
2
Q
Antagonist
A
Muscle that relaxes to allow agonist to contract
3
Q
Isotonic contraction
A
Where muscle changes length and cause movement
4
Q
Isometric
A
Where muscle stays same length
Used in balances
5
Q
Concentric
A
Isotonic contraction:
Muscle shortens
6
Q
Eccentric
A
Isotonic contraction:
Muscle lengthens - controls downwards movements
