IMAGES COURTESY: GETTY
STRENGTH
Types of STRENGTH
Watch these – Jet Ski racing from
the Planet X Games 2008
http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=peFhwhYsqXM&feature=related
And slalom water skiing video
http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=XaxQFt8SuFc&feature=related
Whilst watching the videos, use the definitions
below to help you find examples of the different
types of strength when participating in the
sports performances of jet ski racing and slalom
water skiing.
Explosive strength/ Power
Maximum muscular force used in
one sudden movement or effort –
Dynamic strength
The ability to work with a
maximum effort for a period of
time repeatedly
Static strength
The ability to apply maximum force
against a non moving object (static
or stationary)
JANUARY 2009 : SPORT IQ 14-16 15
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