Strength Flashcards

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Strength

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The capacity to exert a force over resistance

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Functional change

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When a muscle becomes more efficient over time in order to work for longer periods of time or at higher intensities
Muscle endurance

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Structural change

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A muscle increasing in size (muscle hypertrophy) due to an increased load placed on the muscle over time

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Dynamic strength

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The ability to overcome resistance through a complete range in motion
Strength through movement

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Three types of dynamic strength

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Isotonic or concentric
Eccentric
Isokinetic

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Isotonic or concentric

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Muscle shortens under tension

While it contracts it creates movement around a joint

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Eccentric

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Muscle lengthens under tension

Acting in opposition to the muscle performing the concentric contraction

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Isokinetic

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When the muscle contractions are at a constant speed and the muscle shortens in order to create movement
Swimming

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Static strength

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Ability to exert resistance against an immovable force
Also known as isometric strength
Muscle doesn’t change in length
Holds resistance against the force of gravity

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10
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Strength in dance

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Essential to maintain strength and balance between muscle groups

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