components of fitness-physical.

Question 1

Aerobic endurance

Answer 1

The ability of the cardio respiratory system to work efficiently, supplying nutrients and oxygen to working muscles during sustained physical activity.

Question 2

Muscular endurance

Answer 2

The ability of muscular system to work efficiently where a muscle can continue contracting over a period of time against a light to moderate fixed resistance load.

Question 3

Muscular strength

Answer 3

The maximum force (in Kg or N) that can be generated by a muscle or muscle group.

Question 4

Flexibility

Answer 4

Having an adequate range of motion in all joints of the body; the ability to move a joint fluidly through its complete range of movements.

Question 5

Speed

Answer 5

Distance divided by the time taken. Speed is measured in metres per second (m/s). The faster an athlete runs over a given distance, the greater their speed.

Question 6

Body composition

Answer 6

The relative ratio of fat mass to fat free mass (vital organs, muscle, bone) in the body.