Definitions Of Physical/skill Related Components Of Fitness

Question 1

Flexibility

Answer 1

Range of motion around a joint
Fitness test- sit and reach

Question 2

Speed

Answer 2

Distance ÷ time

Question 3

Muscular strength

Answer 3

Maximum force that can be generated by a muscle
Fitness test - grip test

Question 4

Body composition

Answer 4

Amount of fat compared to fat free mass in the body

Question 5

Aerobic endurance

Answer 5

To be able to supply oxygen to the muscles over a long period of time
Fitness test - multi stage fitness test, yo yo test

Question 6

Muscular endurance

Answer 6

Ability to repeatedly use muscles over a long period of time
Fitness test- 1 minute test, timed plank test

Question 7

Power

Answer 7

Speed × strength

Question 8

Coordination

Answer 8

To move two or more body parts at the same time efficiently without losing balance

Question 9

Reaction time

Answer 9

The time it takes to react to a stimulus and respond

Question 10

Agility

Answer 10

To change direction quickly without losing balance

Question 11

Balance

Answer 11

To keep the centre of mass as base support