components of fitness

Question 1

Cardiovascular endurance

Answer 1

It is the ability of the heart and lungs to supply oxygen to the whole body for long periods of time.

Question 2

Agility

Answer 2

The ability to change direction quickly whilst maintaining control and balance

Question 3

Balance

Answer 3

Maintaining the center of gravity over the base of support. This can be static or dynamic.

Question 4

Muscular endurance

Answer 4

The ability of a muscle to undergo repeated movements avoiding fatigue.

Question 5

Coordination

Answer 5

The ability to use two or more different parts of the body together, smoothly and efficiently.

Question 6

Speed

Answer 6

Maximum rate at which an individual is able to perform a movement or cover a distance ..in a period of time.

Question 7

Strength

Answer 7

The ability to overcome resistance. Strength can be maximal, static, dynamic or explosive.

Question 8

power

Answer 8

speed x strength

Question 9

Reaction time

Answer 9

The time it takes to initiate a reaction to a stimulus.

Question 10

Flexibility

Answer 10

The range of movement possible at a joint