Question

multiple choice 10 points
what is the definition of muscular strength?

1. the ability to sustain a given level of muscular tension over time
2. the ability to move the joints through a full range of motion
3. the amount of force a muscle can produce with a single maximum effort
4. the amount of force a muscle can produce repeatedly over 60 seconds

Explanation:

Muscular strength is defined as the amount of force a muscle can produce with a single maximum effort. The other options describe muscular endurance (sustaining tension over time), and flexibility (moving joints through a full - range of motion). Repeated force production over 60 seconds is related to muscular endurance.

Answer:

The amount of force a muscle can produce with a single maximum effort