Components of fitness

Question 1

define local muscular endurance

Answer 1

the ability of a muscle or specific group of muscles to sustain repeated contracts against a resistance for an extended period of time

Question 2

define V02 max

Answer 2

the maximum volume of oxygen that can be utilised in 1 minute

Question 3

define anaerobic capacity

Answer 3

the amount of energy obtained from anaerobic sources in a single bout of exercise

Question 4

define maximal strength

Answer 4

the maximum force that can be developed in a muscle or group of muscles during a single maximal contraction

Question 5

define strength

Answer 5

the force that can be developed in a muscle or group of muscles during a contraction

Question 6

define power

Answer 6

the rate at which a force is produced

Question 7

define speed

Answer 7

the time taken to move a body (part or whole) through a movement over a pre-determined distance or speed

Question 8

define agility

Answer 8

changing position quickly and with control without losing balance in response to a stimulus

Question 9

define co-ordination

Answer 9

the ability of the body to link movements together, either with other movements or in relation to an external object

Question 10

define reaction time

Answer 10

the time taken for a performer to respond to a stimulus and the initiation of their response

Question 11

define balance

Answer 11

the ability to maintain your centre of mass over a base of support, 2 types: static and dynamic

Question 12

define flexibility

Answer 12

the range of movement available at a joint

Question 13

define exercise economy

Answer 13

energy required to maintain a high percentage of V02 max for a prolonged period of time

Question 14

define sub maximal aerobic fitness

Answer 14

the ability to maintain a high percentage of V02 max for a prolonged period of time