What Is Relative Force?

Relative strength refers to the maximum strength an athlete has per unit weight. Relative strength is very important for gymnastics and high jump events. On the one hand, athletes are required to have greater maximum strength, and on the other hand, athletes must not be overweight, that is, athletes must have good relative strength ^[1] .

Chinese name: Relative power

Classification: Sports Training

Factors Affecting Relative Strength

Relative strength refers to the maximum strength an athlete has per kilogram of body weight. It is often expressed as the ratio of maximum strength to weight. Influencing factors include maximum strength and weight. Developing maximum strength with little weight change can increase the development of relative strength. In addition, it can effectively reduce the non-functional weight (fat) and increase the relative strength.

When developing maximum strength, high-intensity exercises should be used to improve intramuscular coordination. This can not only increase the athlete's maximum strength, but also limit the athlete's weight gain ^[1] .

Relative strength training

The development of relative strength is often done by methods that improve intramuscular coordination. This will not only increase the athlete's maximum strength, but also limit the athlete's weight gain, thereby developing relative strength.

(1) Weight resistance training for the purpose of improving muscle coordination. Load intensity is controlled at more than 85% of maximum strength. Objective To enable more sports units in athletes' muscles to work to improve muscle coordination. Load quantity, 1-6 times per group, 3-6 groups.

(2) Weight loss training.

(3) Super isometric training ^[1]