components of fitness Flashcards
muscular endurance
the ability to use voluntary muscles many times without getting tired
flexibility
the range of movement possible at a joint
balance
the ability to keep the centre of mass over the base of support
reaction time
the time taken to initiate a response to a stimulus
speed
the time taken to cover a distance
power
the ability to do strength movements quickly (strength x speed)
coordination
the ability to use 2 or more body parts at the same time
agility
the ability to change direction quickly while in control
body composition
the relative ratio of fat mass to fat free mass in the body
fitness
the ability to meet the demands of the environment
health
a state of complete emotional physical and social well-being and not just the absence of disease or infirmity
exercise
a form of physical activity done to maintain or improve health or improve health and/or physical fitness. it is not competitive sport
performance
how well a task is completed
basic components of fitness
cardiovascular fitness
muscular strength
muscular endurance
flexibility
body composition
skill components of fitness
agility
balance
coordination
power
reaction time
speed
