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Gym
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| center of gravity | The point at the center of an object's mass. |
| equilibrium | A condition of having the net forces on the body perfectly oppose, resulting in balance. |
| extension | The movement involved in straightening a joint. |
| flexion | The movement involved in bending a joint. |
| hyperextension | The motion involved in bending the joint in the opposite direction from the flexion motion. |
| range of motion | The distance an object can travel when connected to another object; the maximum distance and direction a joint should be able to move. |