Soc 2: Health Related Components Of Fitness Flashcards
1
Q
What is body composition.
A
The percentage of body weight that is muscle, fat or bone. - Cyclist not having too much fat and more muscle to carry themselves.
2
Q
What is muscular strength?
A
The amount of force a muscle can exert against a resistance. - Rugby players in scrum pushing against each other.
3
Q
What is muscular endurance?
A
The ability to use voluntary muscles repeatedly without getting tired. - Swimmers using arm muscles to swim.
4
Q
What is flexibility?
A
The range of motion of your joints. - Hockey players reaching/stretching for ball.
5
Q
What is cardiovascular fitness?
A
The ability to exercise your whole body for long periods of time. - Long distance runner running the marathon.
