Definition- The amount of force exerted against a resistance. The test for muscular strength is the hand grip test. To complete this test you have to grasp the dynometer and raise the arm while squeezing down as hard as physically possible, repeat this three times and use your highest score as your final value. The advantages of this test are that it can be completed near enough anywhere, it requires minimum equipment and it simple to set up and complete. A negative of this test is that specialist equipment is required and an assistant is required to administrate the test meaning it is hard to complete on your own. An alternative test for muscular strength can involve a leg exstension machine, where you increse the weight until you can lift no more, this is your score. The heavier you lift the higher your muscular strength is.
This is the normative data for muscular strength it gives results for you to compare and contrast against your own personal score. It allows individuals to create challenges and gives a clear end point in which they want to reach.