Date of Award
Summer 8-1-1962
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Education (MEd)
Department
Education
First Advisor
Linwood E. Reynolds
Second Advisor
Mary Bowman
Third Advisor
Andrew In
Abstract
It was the purpose of this study to investigate the pros and cons of a new-and-old form of exercise called isometric contraction and to determine its place in the realm of athletics and physical fitness. Through research the paper will attempt to reach a conclusion as to the predicted success of isometric contraction upon strength1 a component of physical fitness. It will attempt to show the advantages and disadvantages of isometric contraction as a means of attaining, maintaining, and improving strength.
Recommended Citation
Moore, Talmadge Glynn, "An Investigation of the Effect of Isometric Contraction Exercises on the Development of Strength" (1962). Graduate Student Research Papers. 174.
https://digitalcommons.cwu.edu/all_gradpapers/174