Ability Definitions Flashcards
Control precision
Ability for highly controlled movement adjustments, especially those involving later muscle groups
Multi-limb control
Ability to coordinate numerous limb movements simultaneously
Response orientation
Ability to select a response rapidly from a number of alternatives, as in choice reaction time situations
Reaction time
Ability to initiate a rapid response to an unexpected stimulus
Speed of limb movement
Ability to make gross rapid limb movement without regard for reaction time
Rate control
Ability to make continuous speed and direction adjustments with precision when tracking
Manual dexterity
Ability to control manipulation of large objects using arms and hands
Finger dexterity
Ability to control manipulations of small-objects primarily through use of fingers
Arm-hand steadiness
Ability to make precise arm-hand positioning movements where involvement of strength and speed are minimal
Wrist-finger speed
Ability to move the wrist and fingers rapidly
Aiming
Ability to direct hand movements quickly and accurately at a small object in space
Static strength
Ability to generate maximum force against a weight external object
Dynamic strength
Muscular endurance or ability to exert force repeatedly
Explosive strength
Muscular power or ability to create maximum effort by combining force and velocity
Trunk strength
Dynamic strength of trunk muscles
Extent flexibility
Ability to move trunk and back muscle through large range of motion
Dynamic flexibility
Ability to make repeated, rapid flexing movements
Gross body coordination
Ability to coordinate numerous movements simultaneously while the body is in motion
Gross body equilibrium
Ability to maintain balance without visual cues
Stamina
Cardiovascular endurance or ability to sustain effort
