Definitions for "Muscular strength"
"The maximum force or tension that can be produce by the muscle group" (Heyward, 1984:4)(Backto Top) Needs assessment: Comparison of actual status of target group with desired status on some attribute to determine program needs
The ability of the muscle to generate the maximum amount of force.
The maximal force a muscle can generate. According to the ACSM, muscular strength is " best developed by using heavier weights (that require maximum or near maximum tension development) with few repetitions."