isometrically
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- adverb
- /ˌaɪsəˈmɛtrɪkli/
- Specialized
- A hard muscle contraction, even one that's brought on isometrically, is still a hard muscle contraction.
Examples
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Normative data for trunk extensor strength has been established both isometrically and isokinetically (47).
Academic text (1997) -
Each contraction was held isometrically for 10 seconds as EMG data were gathered.
Academic text (1997) -
The third digit of the subject's right hand was isometrically flexed.
Academic text (1992) -
Contractions were sustained isometrically for a maximum of 60 seconds at each contraction level.
Academic text (1997) -
Discuss what kinds of variations in the structure of an earthworm might lead to an organism that solves the problem of growing isometrically larger than the limit provided by this simple model. References: 1. National Research Council
Academic text (2012) -
An organism like an earthworm might grow in two ways: by just getting longer or isometrically—by scaling up all its dimensions.
Academic text (2012) -
Steady-state hip extension moment was measured isometrically (with the hip close to full extension) in response to 2-second bursts of stimulation separated by 10 seconds of rest to minimize the effects of fatigue.
Academic text (2001) -
During the exercise, the participants isometrically held the plank position to strengthen their core muscles.
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To enhance stability, the athletes isometrically contracted their leg muscles while balancing on one foot.
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The physical therapist instructed the patient to isometrically engage their shoulder muscles without moving their arms.
Antonyms
How Equal
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Isometrically comes from the Greek parts iso- 'equal' and metron 'measure', the same idea you see in meter. So when you hold a muscle isometrically, you keep its length the same, which is why the word means 'no change in length'.