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How does knowing about how we move help us to efficiently produce correct techniques?

Example Key Words

Extension

Increase of angle around a joint

Flexion

Decrease of angle around a joint

Isometric Contraction

Muscle contraction where the length of the muscle does not alter. The contraction is constant, ie pushing against a load.

Isotonic Contraction

Muscle contraction that results in limb movement

Eccentric Contraction

Lengthening of the muscle

Mechanical Advantage

The efficiency of a working lever, calculated by: effort ÷ weight (resistance) arm

Fundamental British values

Individual Liberty: Understanding how movement occurs in the body and how an individual benefits from knowing this in their own performance.

External Links

  • https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/examspecs/zp49cwx

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