The OPT Model

Question 1

Stabilization

Answer 1

ability to maintain postural equilibrium and support joints during movement.

Question 2

Strength—

Answer 2

ability of the neuromuscular system to produce internal tension to overcome an external force.

Question 3

Strength endurance

Answer 3

—ability to repeatedly produce high levels of force for prolonged periods.

Question 4

Maximal strength

Answer 4

maximal force a muscle can produce in a single voluntary effort.

Question 5

Muscular hypertrophy

Answer 5

enlargement of skeletal muscle fibers from resistance training.

Question 6

Power

Answer 6

ability to produce the greatest force in the shortest time.