Isometric Exercise - Isometric Resistance

Isometric Resistance

Resistance in isometric exercises typically involve contractions of the muscle using:

  • The body's own structure and ground
  • Structural items (e.g., pushing against a fence)
  • Free weights, weights machines or elastic equipment (e.g. holding a weight in a fixed position)
  • Pressure plate type equipment that has a digital display of maximal force.

Depending on the goal of the exercise, the exertion can be maximal, or sub-maximal.

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