methods of evaluating and analysing strength

Question 1

what are the methods of evaluating and analysing strength

Answer 1

• one repetition max - Maximum Strength
• UK abdominal curl test - Strength endurance
• grip strength dynamometer - Maximum strength
• vertical jump test - Explosive strength

Question 2

What is the method for the one rep max test?

Answer 2

• Subject chooses a high weight achievable in one repetition on a specific piece of gym equipment or free weight to assess an isolated muscle’s maximum strength.
• Increase the weight until only one maximal repetition can be achieved.
• Ensure full recovery between repetitions to prevent fatigue.

Question 3

What are advantages for the one rep max test?

Answer 3

• Direct objective
• Measurement of isotonic maximum strength
• Easy procedure on accessible equipment
• Most muscle groups can be tested.

Question 4

What are disadvantages for the one rep max test?

Answer 4

• Difficult to isolate individual muscles
• Trial and error may induce early fatigue
• Good technique/form is essential
• Potential for injury performing maximal lifts

Question 5

What is the method for the uk abdominal curl test?

Answer 5

• Subject performs continuous sit-ups at progressive intensities to exhaustion.
• Each sit-up will be timed to an audio cue.
• The test is over when the subject cannot complete two consecutive sit-ups in the allotted time or when technique significantly deteriorates.
• A stage and sit-up number given which indicates a strength endurance level from a standardised comparison table.

Question 6

What are advantages for the uk abdominal curl test?

Answer 6

• Large groups can perform the test at the same time
• Only simple and cheap equipment required
• Abdominal muscles can be isolated
• Valid and reliable test

Question 7

What are disadvantages for the uk abdominal curl test?

Answer 7

• Good technique is essential
• Safety concerns over repeated strain on the lower spine
• Maximal test to exhaustion limited by subject motivation
  -Test is not sport-specific (e.g. swimmers or cyclist at a disadvantage)

Question 8

What is the method for the grip strength dynamometer test?

Answer 8

• Adjusting the grip for hand size, the participant will zero the dial and hold the dynamometer with a straight arm above their head.
• The arm is then brought down as they squeeze the grip maximally.
• Three attempts are recorded from the dominant and non-dominant hand.
• Results can be assessed using standardised comparison table.

Question 9

What are advantages for the grip strength dynamometer test?

Answer 9

• Simple and objective measurement
• Inexpensive equipment
• High reliability

Question 10

What are disadvantages for the grip strength dynamometer test?

Answer 10

• Only the forearm muscles are assessed
• Test is not sport-specific

Question 11

What is the method for the vertical jump test?

Answer 11

• Using a wall-mounted vertical jump board or chalked fingers, the performer marks the highest point reached with one arm outstretched.
• With a bend and swing of the arms, the performer will mark the highest point jumped.
• The difference in resting and jump height represents explosive strength and can be assessed using standardised comparison table.

Question 12

What are advantages for the vertical jump test?

Answer 12

• Using a formula the data gained can be converted into power output estimate
• Easy test with minimal equipment
• Test could be administered by the participant

Question 13

What are disadvantages for the vertical jump test?

Answer 13

• The measure is not isolated to one muscle group
• Only estimates explosive strength in the legs