Tag: isotonic
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What is Isotonic?
Isotonic (n) literally means equal tension. In exercise science an isotonic contraction is a contraction in which the tension remains constant as the muscle shortens or lengthens. i·so·ton·ic (adj.) (s-tnk) Isotonic is fixed resistance variable speed movement. For example weights in a gym. Although ‘isotonic’ is the term used most frequently to describe fixed resistance variable speed exercise, ‘isoinertial’…