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As the muscles in both expand and contract during the exercise of kicking the muscle listed undertake at least one of these functions in the kicking leg. The stand leg also undertakes expansion and contraction but of course to a lesser degree.
gluteus maximus and medius
adductor magnus
semitendinous
gracillis
biceps femoris
semimembranosus
sartorius
plantaris
gastrocnemius
solueus
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When a rugby player holds their position in a scrum which type of muscular contraction is being used?
When a rugby player holds their position in a scrum, they are primarily using an isometric muscular contraction. In an isometric contraction, the muscle generates tension without changing length. This type of contraction is essential for maintaining stability and resisting external forces, such as the pushing and shoving in a scrum.
In what sport is the term scrum used?
Rugby
Is the word scrum British?
Yes. It is a term used in Rugby- or to denote a place of confusion and noise.
What type of place is used for rugby league?
in a rugby stadium
What are the 'dark arts' in Rugby Union?
believe the "dark arts" are the techniques used by props in the scrum, possibly also other forwards techniques in a ruck or scrum to clear out ball. Dark because it happens in a mass of bodies hidden from view of the referee.
When can referee order uncontested scrums?
In a contested scrum the two teams try to push the other off the ball to gain possession. In an uncontested scrum no pushing is permitted. This rule is usually invoked when a player in the scrum has sustained an injury. In international rugby, this rule is very rarely used as the injured player would normally be substituted.
Who invented the rugby helmet?
there are no helmets in rugby only in american football. that is why rugby is so brutal and why players wear tape around their ears to stop them getting ripped off. there is only one "helmet" which is a scrum cap which is used like the tape to stop their ears being ripped off
How do you play union in a scrum?
The requirements of the Scrum are vital in toady's union code. The platform it provides for stages of play are more strategic than ever. Ive attached a site address used by coaches as it has text and graphics to illustrate the requirements and makes more sense than trying to explain in here. http://www.coachingrugby.com/rugby/coaching/unitskills/scrum/buildingthescrum.htm
What type of contraction is used primarily for stability?
isokinetic
Can you explain the crouch bind set technique used in rugby scrums"?
The crouch bind set technique in rugby scrums involves players crouching down, binding onto their opponents, and then setting themselves in a stable position before engaging in the scrum. This technique is important for maintaining safety and stability during scrums.
what does the word Rugby mean due to ICT?
When used in a computer context, the word Rugby refers to a type of coding language.
What type of muscle contraction is performed slowly and used to resist a weight or gravity?
Concentric
