Here, of course, we are only concerned with strength . There are at least 11 definitions that dominate the fitness and strength training literature. He presents eleven different definitions of strength that are standard in the profession. First and foremost is absolute strength. Limit strength and relative strength are closely related.
Absolute strength is single-repetition maximum capability.
There are three types of absolute strength. Eccentric Strength is the single-repetition maximum dead weight that one can lower at a steady controlled pace. This motion is commonly called a negative rep. Static Strength is the single-repetition maximum dead weight that one can hold stationary and in control. This action is commonly called a pause or a hold.