Fitness: Strength

What is Strength
From one of the previous posts: "5 Major Components of Fitness" you will learn that strength is 'the ability to apply force & overcome resistance'. It is also 'the ability of the muscles to carry out daily tasks'. Strength is generally the amount of force that can be exerted by a muscle. 

 This involves:

• maximum strength- the maximum force that can be applied by a muscle to an object;
• muscular power - the amount of force applied to something or the ability to do strength performances quickly (Speed x Strength = Power);
• muscular endurance- The ability to work for long periods of time without getting tired. 

Types of Strength

Dynamic Strength- The strength we need to keep us moving over long periods of time;

Static Strength- Strength that is applied in a Stationary Position;

Explosive Strength- Maximum strength applied in one explosive quick powerful movement;

Isotonic Contraction- Muscle contraction as the muscle is moving;

Isometric Contraction- Muscle contraction in a static or stationary position.