Components of fitness

Question 1

Cardiovascular Endurance

Answer 1

The ability of the heart and lungs to supply oxygen to the working muscles over a period of time

Question 2

Muscular Endurance/ dynamic strength

Answer 2

the ability of a muscle or group of muscles to continue to contract over a period of time without tiring

Question 3

Speed

Answer 3

the maximum rate at which an individual can perform a movement or cover a distance a period of time

Question 4

strength

Answer 4

the ability to exert force to overcome a resistance

Question 5

Power

Answer 5

strength x speed

ability to perform strength movements quickly

Question 6

flexibility

Answer 6

the range of movements possible at a joint

Question 7

agility

Answer 7

the ability to move and change direction quickly while maintaining control

Question 8

balance

Answer 8

the ability to keep the body stable whenever static or dynamic

Question 9

coordination

Answer 9

the ability to use two or more body parts together smoothly and efficiently

Question 10

reaction time

Answer 10

the time taken to respond to a stimulus