Components of Fitness and special populations

Question 1

what’s the difference between exercise and physical activity

Answer 1

exercise is planned and structured and also requires physical effort. aiming to sustain or improve fitness

Question 2

name the components of health related fitness.

Answer 2

• cardiovascular and cardiorespiratory fitness
• muscular strength and endurance
• flexibility (immobility or hypermobility)

-body composition

Question 3

when is is a healthy percentage of fat for men and women?

Answer 3

for men 15-18%

for women 20-25%

Question 4

what are the six skill-related components of fitness?

Answer 4

• speed
• agility
• balance
• power
• co-ordination
• reaction time

Question 5

what are the three distinct body types called? list their characteristics

Answer 5

ectomorphs:
- fast metabolism
- small chest and buttocks
- difficulty building muscle
- difficulty gaining weight
- low body fat

endomorphs:

• larger frame
• low muscle definition
• tire easily
• large appetite
• cannot seem to drop weight

mesomorph:

• symmetrical build
• wide shoulders
• small waist
• low body fat
• large musculature
• puts on muscle easily
• burns fat easily
• eats in moderation