How Muscles Affect Movement (OCR GCSE Physical Education): Flashcards
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Flexion at the elbow
Flexion at the elbow
Bending the elbow
Muscle that contracts during elbow flexion
Muscle that contracts during elbow flexion
Biceps
Agonist during elbow flexion
Agonist during elbow flexion
Biceps
Extension at the elbow
Extension at the elbow
Straightening the elbow
Muscle that contracts during elbow extension
Muscle that contracts during elbow extension
Triceps
Agonist during elbow extension
Agonist during elbow extension
Triceps
Antagonistic pair in the thigh
Antagonistic pair in the thigh
Quadriceps & Hamstrings
Antagonistic pair at the hip
Antagonistic pair at the hip
Hip flexors & Gluteus Maximus
Antagonistic pair in lower leg
Antagonistic pair in lower leg
Gastrocnemius & Tibialis Anterior
Isotonic muscle contractions
Isotonic muscle contractions
Contractions that result in movement (e.g. running, jumping)
Isometric muscle contractions
Isometric muscle contractions
Muscle contracts but no movement (e.g. holding a balance)
Concentric muscle contraction
Concentric muscle contraction
Muscle shortens during contraction (upward phase)
Eccentric muscle contraction
Eccentric muscle contraction
Muscle lengthens during contraction (downward phase)