During isotonic contraction the muscle maintains a constant length as the tension is increased, but as the muscle contracts the limb does not move.

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During isometric contraction (static or holding contraction), the muscle maintains constant length as tension is increased. Isometric contraction occurs, for example, when the arm or leg is pushed against an immovable object. The muscle contracts, but the limb does not move.

During Isotonic Contraction the Muscle Maintains a Constant Length as the Tension