What Is Strength?
Many critics of strength training for fighters do not understand the numerous strength qualities that exist. Strength is commonly described as the ability to exert a force against a resistance. This simple definition is not enough however. We must instead examine more specific strength qualities. Maximal Strength Maximal strength is defined as the amount of force that one can exert under voluntary effort. Max-strength is developed by lifting heavy loads, or through bodyweight methods such as isometrics and the use of strenuous rep-for-rep movements. Explosive Strength Explosive strength is defined as the ability to express significant tension in minimal time. Vladimir Zatsiorsky, highly regarded sport biomechanist and former strength and conditioning consultant for the Soviet Union Olympic teams, has stated specifically that: The ability to produce maximal forces in minimal time is called explosive strength. Strong people do not necessarily possess explosive strength.
There are two strengths: the power Strength and the stat strength. For info on the power, see the ‘Powers and Abilities’ thread. The stat strength determines how much physical damage you do with certain weapons (if a stat displays ‘Strength Modifier’ in the stats, it means your strength is factored in when determining the damage). Strength is also very useful in the sense that certain items require a minimum strength to use or equip. See the stats or the Item Database for the stats of an item.
