Speed and agility

Question 1

What is Speed?

Answer 1

Speed is the rate of motion (D/T). Can be defined as the ability to move the body or body part from one point to another as quickly as possible

Question 2

Factors affecting speed

Answer 2

Muscle fiber type-More fast twitch fibres will increase speed

Sex- Males generally faster

Age- As age increases, speed decreases

Reaction time- Faster the reaction the greater the speed

Flexibility- The greater the flexibility/stride/strong length the greater the speed

Question 3

Agility

Answer 3

Agility combines speed and dynamic balance, allowing the performer to change direction with maximal speed without losing balance

Question 4

Examples of agility importance

Answer 4

*evading an opponent in soccer or rugby
*Reacting to an opponents baulk in hockey
*Dribbling the ball around a opponent