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Building
Muscular Strength
& Endurance
Learning Outcomes
Terms
Muscular fitness
The ability of your musculoskeletal system to perform daily and
recreational activities without undue fatigue
Muscular strength
The ability of a muscle or group of muscles to contract with
maximal force
Muscular endurance
The ability of a muscle to contract repeatedly over an extended
period of time
Parts of a Muscle
Calisthenic tests
Conditioning exercises using body weight
Sit-ups, curl-ups, pull-ups, push-ups, etc.
Use Lab 4.2 to get started
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Appearance-based goals
Be sure to include ways to measure progress.
Be wary of unrealistic expectations.
Function-based goals
Include specific goals for function increases.
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Free Weights
Alternate Equipment
Resistance bands, etc.
No-Equipment Training
Calisthenics, e.g.
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Intensity
Resistance
Overload
Time
Number of sets and repetitions per session
Type
Selecting appropriate exercises
Fitness Flowchart
Muscle Anatomy
Anabolic steroids
Synthetic drugs related to testosterone
Sometimes used illegally for performance
enhancement
Induce serious negative side effects
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