HRF Flashcards
What is muscular endurance? (Give an example)
The ability to continue moving your body and muscles against resistance
(Long distance running)
What is muscular strength? (Give an example)
The amount of force one can put out or the weight they can lift.
(Weight lifting)
What is Power? (Give an example)
The ability to exert maximum force in a very short period of time
(Powerlifters)
What is reaction time? (Give an example)
The amount of time need to respond quickly to an external stimulus
(Sprinters)
What is coordination? (Give an example)
The ability to use the right muscle at the right time to carry out a smooth and controlled response
(Cricket, catching a ball,)
What is cardiovascular endurance? (Give an example)
The ability for your heart and lungs to pump blood around the body during medium or high intensity exercise
(Long distance running)
What is body composition? (Give an example)
The percentage of your body that consists of muscle, fat and bone mass.
(Sumo or rugby players)
What is balance? (Give an example)
The ability to control your body’s position or keep it upright
(Gymnast or calisthenics athelete)
What is speed? (Give an example)
The ability to move all or most parts of your body as quickly as possible
(Runner)
What is flexibility? (Give an example)
The range of movement possible at a joint
(Sit and reach test)
What is agility
A rapid whole body movement with change of velocity or direction ni response ot a stimulus?
(Illinois agility test)
