Strength Flashcards
1
Q
What is static strength?
A
Force exerted by neuromuscular system whilst the muscle length remains constant
2
Q
What is maximum strength?
A
The maximum force the neuromuscular system can exert in a single voluntary contraction
3
Q
What is explosive/ elastic strength?
A
Expanding a maximal amount of energy in one or a series of strong, sudden movements
4
Q
What is dynamic strength?
A
Ability of the neuromuscular system to overcome a resistance with a high speed of contraction
5
Q
What is strength endurance?
A
The ability of a muscle to sustain repeated muscle actions or a single static action
