Strength Classification and Diagnosis: Not All Strength Is Created Equal
Lachlan P. James, Scott Talpey, Warren Young, Mary C. Geneau, Robert U. Newton, Paul B. Gastin
Abstract
ABSTRACT Maximal force can be expressed across a range of conditions influenced by the external load and the time available to express force. As a result, several distinct and specific strength qualities exist. Conversely, some expressions of maximal force are similar and can be categorized as a single quality. Therefore, strength assessment systems must be sophisticated enough to isolate and measure each quality while minimizing redundant information. This article presents a contemporary, evidence-based and practical framework that reduces the many strength and speed-strength metrics into 5 distinct qualities. Alongside this, we present case examples of the application of strength diagnosis.