Types of strength
I can describe different types of strength and consider the appropriate fitness tests to measure strength.
Types of strength
I can describe different types of strength and consider the appropriate fitness tests to measure strength.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Strength includes maximal, static, dynamic and explosive strength.
- Dynamic strength is similar to muscular endurance.
- Explosive strength is power.
- The one rep max test measures maximal strength.
- The hand grip dynamometer measures strength.
Keywords
Strength - the ability to overcome a resistance
Dynamic strength - the ability of a muscle, or muscle group, to undergo repeated contractions, avoiding fatigue (muscular endurance)
Static strength - to hold a body part (limb) in a static position and muscle length stays the same
Explosive strength - product of strength and speed (anaerobic power)
Maximal strength - the largest force a muscle, or group of muscles, can exert in a single contraction
Common misconception
There is only one type of strength which we usually associate with lifting heavy weights.
There are four types of strength: maximal, dynamic, static and explosive.
Equipment
Licence
Lesson video
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
sit and reach test
30m sprint test
multi stage fitness test
sit-up bleep test
the ability to overcome a resistance
is the ability of a muscle to undergo repeated contractions
to hold a body part (limb) in a static position
product of strength and speed (anaerobic power)
largest force a muscle/muscle group can exert in a single contraction
Exit quiz
6 Questions
the ability to overcome a resistance
is the ability of a muscle to undergo repeated contractions
to hold a body part (limb) in a static position
product of strength and speed
largest force a muscle/muscle group can exert in a single contraction
1 rep max
multi stage fitness test
sit-up bleep test
vertical jump test
30m sprint test