3. Components of fitness Flashcards
What are the five components of fitness?
Cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and body composition.
True or False: Muscular strength is the ability to perform repeated contractions over a period of time.
False
Fill in the blank: __________ is the ability of the heart and lungs to supply oxygen to the working muscles.
Cardiovascular endurance
Which component of fitness refers to the range of motion around a joint?
Flexibility
Multiple Choice: Which component of fitness is primarily measured by how much weight a person can lift?
Muscular strength
Short Answer: What is body composition?
The ratio of fat to lean mass in the body.
True or False: Flexibility can improve performance in sports and reduce the risk of injury.
True
What does muscular endurance allow an individual to do?
Perform repeated movements over an extended period without fatigue.
Fill in the blank: __________ is essential for maintaining a healthy weight and preventing chronic diseases.
Body composition
Multiple Choice: Which component of fitness is most important for long-distance running?
Cardiovascular endurance
Short Answer: Name a test used to measure flexibility.
Sit-and-reach test.
True or False: Body composition is only concerned with weight, not the distribution of fat and muscle.
False
What is the primary benefit of improving cardiovascular endurance?
Increased stamina and reduced risk of heart disease.
Fill in the blank: __________ involves the ability of a muscle or group of muscles to exert force.
Muscular strength
Multiple Choice: Which component of fitness helps with activities like lifting weights?
Muscular strength
Short Answer: How can flexibility be improved?
Through stretching exercises.
True or False: All components of fitness are equally important for overall health.
True
What is one way to assess muscular endurance?
Performing push-ups or sit-ups to fatigue.
Fill in the blank: __________ is a measure of how well the body can maintain a stable internal environment.
Homeostasis
Multiple Choice: Which component is NOT a part of the five components of fitness?
Agility
