Components of Physical Fitness

Question 1

Muscular Strength

Answer 1

the maximal force that a muscle or muscle group can exert during a contraction.

Question 2

Muscular Endurance

Answer 2

the ability of a muscle or muscle group to exert force against a resistance over a sustained period of time.

Question 3

Cardiovascular Endurance

Answer 3

the maximal capacity of the heart, blood vessels, and lungs to deliver oxygen and nutrients to the working muscles so that energy can be produced.

Question 4

Flexibility

Answer 4

the ability to move joints through their normal full range of motion (ROM)

Question 5

Body Composition

Answer 5

refers to the makeup of the body in relation to proportions of lean body mass and body fat.

Question 6

Lean Body Mass

Answer 6

muscles, bones, nervous tissue, skin, blood, and organs.

Question 7

Body Fat/Adipose Tissue

Answer 7

to store energy for later use.

Question 8

Essential Body Fat

Answer 8

the amount of fate thought to be necessary for maintenance of life and reproductive function.