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From: An evidence-based guide to the efficacy and safety of isometric resistance training in hypertension and clinical implications

Fig. 1

Visual depiction of (A) isometric and (B) isotonic muscular contractions (arrows indicate arm movement; no movement (A) and flexion (B)). During an isometric contraction, muscle length does not change; however, tension might increase. During an isotonic contraction, muscle length either shortens (concentric contraction) or lengthens (eccentric contraction) and tension remains the same

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Clinical Hypertension

ISSN: 2056-5909

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