Are there two forms of isometric muscle action? Results of the experimental study support a distinction between a holding and a pushing isometric muscle function

Abstract Background In isometric muscle function, there are subjectively two different modes of performance: one can either hold isometrically – thus resist an impacting force – or push isometrically – therefore work against a stable resistance. The purpose of this study is to investigate whether or...

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Main Authors: Laura V. Schaefer, Frank N. Bittmann
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-05-01
Series:BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13102-017-0075-z