Componants Of Fitness Flashcards
Define cardiovascular endurance
Ability of heart and lungs to supply oxygen to the working muscles
Define strength
The ability to overcome a resistance
Define dynamic strength
Repeated contractions without fatigue
Define explosive strength
Combination of strength and speed
Define maximal strength
Longest force that can be produced in 1 concentration
Define static strength
Holding body part in still position
Define muscular endurance
Ability of a muscle to repeat the same movement without fatigue
Define power
Combination of strength and speed ( strength x speed)
Define speed
Maximum rate which someone can cover a distance or complete a movement
Define agility
Ability to change direction quickly with control
Define balance
Maintaining the centre of mass above the base of support
Define co-ordination
Ability to use 2 or more body parts together smoothly and efficiently
Define flexibility
Range of movement possible at a point
Define reaction time
Time taken to respond to a stimulus