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Imagine trying to lift a heavy backpack full of library books off the ground with one big pull.
The power you need for that single, heavy lift comes from muscular strength.
Muscular strength is the maximum amount of force a muscle can use in one single effort.
Every time you open a stuck pickle jar or boost yourself over a fence, your muscles are using their strength.
How do your muscles actually become stronger over time?

How Muscles Grow Stronger

Muscles grow stronger when they work against resistance, which means pushing or pulling against a heavy force.
When you challenge a muscle, it adapts by building thicker muscle fibers as you rest and eat healthy foods.
You do not need heavy metal weights to build strength—so what fun activities can you do instead?

Activities That Build Strength

Your own body weight is one of the best tools to challenge your muscles.