5 Components of Fitness: Muscular Strength

Biceps and Triceps

Muscular Strength

Watch: ​https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jg4KkBvCq7I

1. What is the definition of Muscular Strength?

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2. What are 3 benefits of building muscular strength?

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Make the Connection

We have been covering Biceps and Triceps this week. They are part of the major
muscles involved in motor skills like throwing and catching. After watching the powerpoint
slideshow, let’s connect these muscles to other activities that demonstrate the fitness
component of muscular strength.

1. What is the major function of the biceps and triceps?

a. Biceps:
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b. Triceps:
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2. What are three exercises for each muscle group that demonstrates muscular strength?
a. Biceps Triceps
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3. Put together a goal for you in regards to your muscular strength. What would you like to
improve on? (​ex. I want to be able to do 25 push-ups by the end of the trimester
because I want to improve how strong I am in my arms​.)
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