Muscular strength Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
What is it?
A
Muscular strength is the peak force that a muscle can develop. Apart from in weightlifting, this peak force strength movement is used infrequently in competitive or recreational sport. However, it is not difficult to imagine muscles creating near-peak force during sports participation.
2
Q
Muscular strength is of high importance in
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pushing with seven teammates against eight opponents in a Rugby Union scrum (see figure 8.7)
gripping a hockey stick while making a powerful shot at goal
attempting a static or submission hold against an opponent in wrestling
leaning out to try to keep a boat upright while sailing.
3
Q
Factors affecting muscular strength
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*Cross sectional area
*Fibre type
*sex
*Speed of muscle contraction
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