A weight-lifter strains to lift a heavy weight and there is no movement of the person's arms holding on to the weight. This type of contraction is called a/an ________ contraction.

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An isometric contraction occurs when there is no change in the length of the muscle, despite an increase in tension. In this scenario, the weight-lifter is unable to lift the weight and there is no movement (shortening or lengthening) of the muscle, indicating an isometric contraction.

A Weight-Lifter Strains to Lift a Heavy Weight and There