Lab Final Review
What tests do we perform for muscular strength?
1RM bench, 1RM squat, and handgrip tests
Muscular endurance tests? Curl-up, push-up, and
YMCA Bench Press Test
Strength definition: The max force generated by a
muscle or group of muscles
Endurance definition: The ability of a muscle or
group of muscles to contract repeatedly at a
submaximal force
Hand grip dynamometer test: Take the test 3 times
and find the average of your results
YMCA Bench Press bar weight: Males = 80lbs;
Females = 35lbs
Sit-up Test length: People under the age of 45 =
12cm; People over the age of 45 = 8cm
Curl-up Test cadence: 40bpm
What was the cadence for the YMCA bench press?
40 Bpm
What are the names of the anaerobic tests done?
Wingate Anaerobic Test & Margaria-Kalamen Stair
Sprinting Test
What is the power output equation? body weight
(kg) x distance traveled (meters) / time (s) x 9.807
What is the unit used for power? Watts
What is the primary energy system used during the
stair test? ATP-PC
What is the primary energy system used during the
cycle test? Glycolitic system