Soc 14 Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
Antagonistic pairs
A
Muscles that work together to create movement
2
Q
What is the muscle called that contracts?
A
Agonist
3
Q
What is the muscle called when it relaxes?
A
Antagonist
4
Q
What are the 4 antagonistic pairs?
A
- Bicep/tricep (elbow)
- Hamstring/Quadriceps (knee)
- Gastrocnemius/tibialis anterior (ankle)
- Gluteals/hip flexor (hip)
5
Q
A