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Define health.
Health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, not just the absence of disease.
Define fitness.
Fitness is the ability to meet the demands of the environment.
How does poor health affect fitness?
Illness or injury can reduce fitness levels by limiting physical activity.
How can good fitness contribute to health?
Regular exercise improves cardiovascular health, reduces stress, and strengthens muscles.
Name the 10 components of fitness.
- Cardiovascular endurance
- Muscular endurance
- Strength
- Speed
- Power
- Agility
- Balance
- Coordination
- Reaction time
- Flexibility
What component of fitness is needed for long-distance running?
Cardiovascular endurance.
What is power in fitness?
A combination of strength and speed.
Why is flexibility important in gymnastics?
It allows a greater range of movement and prevents injury.
Name a test for cardiovascular endurance.
12 min cooper run
What fitness test measures strength?
The grip dynamometer test.
Why is fitness testing useful?
It helps assess current fitness levels, set goals, and track progress.
What does the sit and reach test measure?
Flexibility.
What does the acronym SPORT stand for?
- Specificity
- Progression
- Overload
- Reversibility
- Tedium
What is the principle of specificity?
Training should be relevant to the sport or fitness goal.
What happens if training stops for a period of time?
Fitness levels decrease—this is called reversibility.
How can you apply overload in training?
Increase intensity, frequency, or duration.
Why is rest important in training?
It allows muscles to repair and prevents injury.
What is overtraining?
Training too much without enough rest, leading to fatigue or injury.
What is reversibility in fitness?
The loss of fitness when training stops.
How can recovery be improved?
Through hydration, sleep, and proper nutrition.
Name six training methods.
- Continuous
- Interval
- Fartlek
- Circuit
- Weight
- Plyometric
Which training method is best for endurance athletes?
Continuous training.
What does circuit training involve?
Different exercises performed at stations for a set time or reps.
What type of training is best for sprinters?
Interval or plyometric training.
