Types of strength

Question 1

Types of strength

Answer 1

Static force
Dynamic force
Maximum strength
Explosive strength
Strength endurance

Question 2

Static force

Answer 2

Applied against a resistance without movement occurring
e.g. handstand/ arabesque

Question 3

Dynamic force

Answer 3

Applied against a resistance with movement occurring
e.g. triple jump

Question 4

Maximum strength

Answer 4

The ability to produce a maximal amount of force in a single muscular contraction
e.g. weightlifter

Question 5

Explosive strength

Answer 5

The ability to produce a maximal amount of force in one or a series of rapid muscular contractions
e.g. long jump run up

Question 6

Strength endurance

Answer 6

The ability to sustain repeated muscular contractions over a period of time
e.g. swimming