3.2 The components of fitness, benefits for sport and how fitness is measured and improved Flashcards
Define cardiovascular fitness
The ability to exercise the whole body for a long period of time. It is how well the body can supply oxygen to the working muscles and remove carbon dioxide
Define muscular strength
The maximum force a muscle or group of muscles can exert
Define muscular endurance
The ability to use the same muscle or group of muscles repeatedly without getting tired
Define flexibility
The range of movement possible a joint
Define body composition
The percentage of the body that is muscle, fat or bone
Name three sports where cardiovascular fitness is very important
Marathon running Long distance cycling Long distance swimming Football Hockey
Name three sports where muscular endurance is very important
Long distance cycling
Long distance swimming
Long distance rowing
Name three sports or moments in a sport where muscular strength is important
Tackle in rugby
Weight lifting
Holding a handstand in gymnastics
Name three sports or moments in a sport where flexibility is important
Performing the splits in gymnastics
Lunging to return the shuttle in badminton
Going over a hurdle in athletics
Name three sports where a person’s body composition is important
Endurance running - low body fat, light so less weight to carry
Sumo wrestling - high percentage of body fat
100m sprinter - high levels of muscle to generate high speed
Define agility
The ability to change direction quickly and with control
Define Balance
Being able to keep the body still at rest (static) or whilst moving (dynamic)
Define coordination
The ability to use tow or more body parts together
Define power
The ability to undertake strength performance quickly
Define reaction time
The time between the presentation of a stimulus and the onset of movement
