Physical Health Education

topic: upper body strength and lower body

What is upper body strength?

Upper body strength is the ability of the body to exert a maximum force against an object external to the body in one maximum effort of the upper body muscles.1 Upper body strength is important for the everyday demands that are placed on the arms, shoulders, and back

Here are some exercises for upper body strength

push ups, pull ups and weight lifting are all good and simple exercises for upper body strength.

9 Exercises for the Best Upper Body Workout | Openfit

What is lower body strength?

Lower body strength is the ability of the body to exert a maximum force against an object external to the body in one maximum effort of the lower body muscles… The role of these muscles is to extend the leg from a bent position.

Lateral bounce, squats and lunges are all good and simple exercises for lower body strength.

Leg Strengthening Exercises | Leg Exercises for Runners