Fitness (part2) Flashcards
Aerobic endurance/Cardiovascular fitness
The ability of the heart and lungs to supply nutrients and oxygen to working muscles during sustained physical activity
Aerobic endurance/Cardiovascular fitness is important in..
Cross country, long distance running, long distance cycling, long distance swimming, long distance rowing
Muscular endurance
the ability of a muscle to continue contracting over a sustained period of time against a light to moderate load e.g. body weight
Muscular endurance is important in….
Rowing, cycling and running
Flexibility
Having a good range of movement to all joints
Flexibility is important in
Gymnastics, athletics, dance
Speed
The ability to move body parts quickly
Speed is important in
Badminton, football, netball, sprinting
Muscular strength
The maximum force a muscle or group of muscles can produce
Muscular strength is important in
Shot put, rugby
Agility
The ability to change direction quickly without losing balance
Agility is important in…
Netball, Badminton, Football, tennis
Balance
The ability to maintain centre of mass over a base of support.
Static balance- holding a position still
Dynamic Balance- maintaining balance whilst moving
Balance is important in
Tennis, Netball, Gymnastic, Dance
Co-ordination
the smooth flow of movement needed to perform tasks effectively and accurately
