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Agonist Muscle Activation

Meaning

The primary muscle responsible for executing a specific movement contracts, generating the necessary tension to overcome resistance. This controlled, purposeful contraction is the fundamental biological command that initiates and sustains the intended action. Clinically, optimizing agonist activation is crucial for efficient movement patterns and maximizing physiological stimulus for growth and adaptation. Understanding this is key to ensuring that the intended muscle is receiving the full efferent neural output.