It was concluded from the results of this study that a negative relationship exists between static strength and submaximal, static endurance time. (RC)

The data suggest that gastrocnemius muscle composition alone is not a determinant of shot-putting success. (MM)

The relative endurance performance of women (and low-strength men) is superior to that of high-strength men only at submaximal tension levels below the critical occluding tension level. (MM)

There is a rapid increase in strength in children and gradual decrease after early adulthood. (MM)

There have been many attempts to describe what happens when a muscle gets stronger. However, little has been done to examine possible structural changes at the ultrastructural level when a muscle becomes stronger or hypertrophied. (CK)

Within the scope of this study, the velocity or power per unit body weight exhibited by the subjects on two tests of leg power were not related to each other. (MB)

This definition of flexibility and muscular strength also explores their roles in overall physical fitness and focuses on how increased flexibility and muscular strength can help decrease or eliminate lower back pain. (CB)

Describes the possible causes of delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS), which include buildup of lactic acid in muscle, increased intracellular calcium concentration, increased intramuscular inflammation, and muscle fiber and connective tissue damage. Proposed methods to reduce DOMS include warming up before exercise and performing repeated bouts…

This report summarizes analyses of 2007-2008 Austin Independent School District students' academic performance on the state-mandated test to their performance on a fitness assessment.

It is important for adults who work with youth to know how to address the issues of eating disorders and steroid use. This article provides signs and symptoms for both, and then gives practical suggestions for talking with youth about a potential problem. It ends with prevention strategies for adults who work with youth. (Contains 3 tables.)

This study examines the predictive utility of students' motivation (self-efficacy and task values) to their physical activity levels and health-related physical fitness (cardiovascular fitness and muscular strength/endurance) in middle school fitness activity classes. Participants (N = 305) responded to questionnaires assessing their self-efficacy…