VCERT ME vs MS

What is the definition of Muscular strength?

• Being able to lift heavy objects.

• The ability to lift heavy objects for a long time.

• The ability to exert maximum force in a single contraction.

• The ability to undergo repeated contractions for a long period of time without fatigue.

What is the definition of Muscular endurance?

• Being able to lift heavy objects.

• The ability to lift heavy objects for a long time.

• The ability to exert maximum force in a single contraction.

• The ability to undergo repeated contractions for a long period of time without fatigue.

A specific example of muscular strength is....

• Running a marathon

• Lifting a heavy weight in weightlifting

• Playing football

• Holding a handstand for 30 seconds

A specific example of muscular endurance is....

• Running a marathon

• Lifting a heavy weight in weightlifting

• Playing football

• Holding a handstand for 30 seconds

Muscular strength x Speed = ????

Therefore which of these activities involves muscular strength?

(there may be more than one!)

• Cycling up a very big mountain

• Serving an ace in tennis

• Jumping to reach a header above the defender

• Scoring a 3 point basket in basketball