HRE definitions CSV

Question 1

Body Composition

Answer 1

The percentage of body weight that is Fat, Muscle and Bone

Question 2

Flexibility

Answer 2

The range of movement possible at a joint

Question 3

Muscular Endurance

Answer 3

The ability to use working muscles many times without getting tired

Question 4

Muscular Strength

Answer 4

The force a muscle can exert against a resistance

Question 5

Cardiovascular Fitness

Answer 5

The ability to exercise the whole body for long periods of time

Question 6

Co-ordination

Answer 6

The ability to use two or more body parts together

Question 7

Balance

Answer 7

The ability to retain the centre of mass (gravity) of the body above the base of support

Question 8

Power

Answer 8

The ability to undertake strength performances quickly. Power= strength x speed

Question 9

Agility

Answer 9

The ability to change the position of the body quickly

Question 10

Reaction time

Answer 10

The time between the presentation of a stimulus and the onset of a movement

Question 11

Speed

Answer 11

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