Kinetic Chains
Kinetic chain is a system of body segments (bones and joints) that are connected and work together to produce this
Motion
Involves multiple joints and muscles working together.
Focus on functional movements and stability.
CKC
acts as the point where the body’s mass is distributed evenly to maintain equilibrium.
COB
In these exercises, the distal part (the end of the limb, such as the hand or foot) is free to move.
OKC
In closed chain movements, the end of the chain (i.e., the limb or limbs doing the movement) is _______ in place on the ground.
fixed
_________ balance (balance when stationary) and _________________ balance (balance during movement).
static; dynamic
In these exercises, the distal part is fixed or in contact with a surface.
CKC
Closed chain exercises usually incorporate the ________ muscle moves that are ideal for packing on lean mass and building total-body strength
big
When we are standing still, the center of mass is _________ the feet, and we stay balanced as long as it is within the base of support.
above
Many trainers focus on ______________ chain exercises in their programs, pointing to the fact that they’re typically _____________ in nature, and therefore more “functional” than open chain moves, which tend to be isolation exercises.
closed; compound
The point where the body's mass is evenly distributed. In humans, it’s typically located just above the hips, but it shifts depending on body position.
COM
Walking: During walking, your feet push against the ground (open/closed?), which results in the pelvis, torso, and arms moving in coordination to propel the body forward.
closed
Focuses on isolated muscle movements.
More emphasis on strength training and rehabilitation.
OKC
When we lean forward or shift our weight, the center of mass _____________, affecting our stability.
Throwing a Baseball: The arm and shoulder (________) work with the hand and wrist (__________) to create force and motion through a sequential, efficient kinetic chain.
proximal; distal