Figure 2 shows a long jumper - Edexcel - GCSE Physical Education - Question 3 - 2018 - Paper 1
Question 3
Figure 2 shows a long jumper.
Examine the antagonistic muscle action taking place at the elbow and the hip in Figure 2 that allows the long jumper to achieve this p... show full transcript
Worked Solution & Example Answer:Figure 2 shows a long jumper - Edexcel - GCSE Physical Education - Question 3 - 2018 - Paper 1
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Elbow
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In the picture, there is extension at the elbow. This is possible because the triceps have contracted; however, this is only possible because of the antagonistic muscle action of the biceps which relax.
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Hip
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In the picture, there is flexion at the hip. This is possible because the hip flexors contract; however, this is only possible because of the antagonistic action of the gluteus maximus which relaxes.
