isotonic exercise

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isotonic exercise

n.
Exercise in which isotonic muscular contraction is used to strengthen muscles and improve joint mobility.
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Noun1.isotonic exercise - exercise in which opposing muscles contract and there is controlled movement (tension is constant while the lengths of the muscles change)isotonic exercise - exercise in which opposing muscles contract and there is controlled movement (tension is constant while the lengths of the muscles change); "the classic isotonic exercise is lifting free weights"
exercise, exercising, physical exercise, physical exertion, workout - the activity of exerting your muscles in various ways to keep fit; "the doctor recommended regular exercise"; "he did some exercising"; "the physical exertion required by his work kept him fit"
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The constant contraction and expansion of muscles provide isotonic exercise.
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For the purpose of analysis the participants were divided into two groups one not performing any exercise and one performing isotonic exercise such as swimming walking drill etc.
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Though the objective of the research was to strengthen a muscle by isometric exercise, an isotonic exercise is more effective for ADLs training.
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