Components of fitness Flashcards
(20 cards)
Reaction time
The time between the presentation of a stimulus and movement.
Power
A combination of strength and speed
Strength
The maximum force a muscle/ group of muscles can apply against a resistance.
Agility
The ability to change direction at speed.
Balance
The ability of the performer to retain their centre of mass over their bases of support without fatiguing.
Speed
The ability to move quickly.
Muscular Endurance
The ability to move your body and muscles repeatedly without fatiguing.
Flexibility
The range of movement available around a joint.
Co-Ordination
The ability to move two or more body parts at the same time.
Cardiovascular Endurance
The ability of the heart and circulatory system to meet the demands of the body for a long period of time.
Muscular Endurance (test)
1min sit up + push up test
Speed (test)
30m sprint
Agility (test)
Illinois test
Strength (test)
Dynamometer (hand grip)
Power (test)
Vertical jump test
Reaction Time (test)
Ruler drop test
Balance (test)
Standing stork test
Cardiovascular Endurance (test)
12min cooper run/ bleep test
Co-Ordination (test)
Wall throw test
Flexibility (test)
Sit and reach test
