Strength can be defined as the ability to overcome resistance or to act against resistance.
Types of strength:
Maximum Strength: It is the ability to overcome or to act against resistance. It is the maximum force that is applied by the muscles to perform any certain activity. For developing maximum strength intensity is high and repetitions are less.
Explosive Strength: It is a combination of strength and speed abilities. It is the ability to overcome resistance with high speed. For developing explosive strength, the intensity is sub-maximum and repetitions are performed as fast as possible.
Strength Endurance: It is the ability to overcome resistance or to act against resistance under conditions of fatigue.