Types of Strength

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Define it:
The maximum force the neuromuscular system can exert in a single voluntary muscle contraction.
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What is 1RM?
The maximal weight an individual can lift just once.
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How do you measure it?
Leg and grip dynamometer
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Give an example of a performer who requires maximum strength:
A weightlifter
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Could it carry health risks?
Yes, for a sedentary individual looking to improve their general lifestyle.
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What is 1RM?

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The maximal weight an individual can lift just once.

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How do you measure it?

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Give an example of a performer who requires maximum strength:

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Could it carry health risks?

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