Components of fitness Flashcards
1
Q
Define Balance?
A
Maintaining the centre if mass over the base of support
2
Q
Define flexibility?
A
The range of movement possible at a joint
3
Q
Define muscular endurance?
A
Ability of muscles groups to undergo repeated contractions without a fatigue
4
Q
Define power?
A
Speed X strength
5
Q
Define speed?
A
The maximum rate an individual is able to perform a movement of cover a distance
6
Q
Define agility?
A
Ability to change direction at speed whilst maintaining control
7
Q
Define CV Fitness?
A
The ability of the heart and lungs to supply oxygen to the working muscles
8
Q
Define reaction time?
A
Time taken to initiate a response to a stimulus
9
Q
Define coordination?
A
The ability to use 2 or more body parts together smoothly and efficiently
