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eccentric contraction |
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eccentric contraction, a type of muscle contraction that occurs as the muscle fibers lengthen, such as when a weight is lowered through a range of motion. The contractile force generated by the muscle is weaker than an opposing force, which causes the muscle to stretch. Compare concentric contraction. eccentric contraction Negative contraction Sports medicine Muscle contraction that occurs while the muscle is lengthening as it develops tension and contracts to control motion by an outside force. Cf Concentric contraction. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The elderly therefore perform the downward motion using only eccentric contraction of the extensors. After a slight pause with continued tension, the spotter pulls back slowly--again, with great care--while the lifter gives enough resistance to ensure an even, gradual eccentric contraction to the starting position. We now have the dumbbells all the way up and it's time to start lowering them again, via an eccentric contraction of the biceps (also know as extending the elbow). |
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