1. From a standing position, rise up on your toes and stand that way for a few minutes (or as long as you can). a. What type of leg muscle (fast-twitch or slow-twitch) was primarily responsible for initially getting you into the toe-standing position? b. What type of leg muscle (fast-twitch or slow-twitch) was primarily responsible for sustaining you in the toe-standing position?

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          1.    From a standing position, rise up on your toes and stand that way for a few minutes (or as long as you can).
a.       What type of leg muscle (fast-twitch or slow-twitch) was primarily responsible for initially getting you into the toe-standing position?
b.       What type of leg muscle (fast-twitch or slow-twitch) was primarily responsible for sustaining you in the toe-standing position?

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Biology for AP Courses

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09/05/2023

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This action requires a quick and powerful contraction of the calf muscles, particularly the gastrocnemius, to lift the body off the ground. Show more…

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1. From a standing position, rise up on your toes and stand that way for a few minutes (or as long as you can). a. What type of leg muscle (fast-twitch or slow-twitch) was primarily responsible for initially getting you into the toe-standing position? b. What type of leg muscle (fast-twitch or slow-twitch) was primarily responsible for sustaining you in the toe-standing position?