Components Of Fitness

Question 1

Agility

Answer 1

The ability to move and change direction quickly, at speed, while maintaining control.

Question 2

Balance

Answer 2

Maintaining the centre of the mass over the base of support.

Question 3

Cardiovascular Endurance

Answer 3

The ability of the heart and lungs to supply oxygen to the working muscles.

Question 4

Coordination

Answer 4

The ability to use two or more different parts of the body together, smoothly and efficiently.

Question 5

Flexibility

Answer 5

The range of movement possible at a joint.

Question 6

Muscular Endurance

Answer 6

The ability of a muscle or a muscle group to undergo repeated contractions, avoiding fatigue.

Question 7

Power

Answer 7

The product of strength and speed.

Question 8

Reaction time

Answer 8

The time taken to initiate a response to a stimulus.

Question 9

Strength

Answer 9

The ability to overcome resistance.

Question 10

Speed

Answer 10

The maximum rate at which an individual is able to perform a movement or cover a distance in a period of time.