PathFit Flashcards
The ability to carry out tasks without undue fatigue
Physical Fitness
the body’s relative amount of fat and fat-free mass.
BODY COMPOSITION
the heaviness or lightness of a person.
Weight
the distance between the feet on the floor to the top of the head in a standing position
Height
the ability of the joints and muscles to move through its full range of motion.
FLEXIBILITY
the ability of the heart, lungs, and blood vessels to deliver oxygen to the working muscles and tissues, as well as the ability of those muscles and tissues to utilize the oxygen. Endurance may also refer to the ability of the muscle to do repeated work without fatigue.
CARDIOVASCULAR ENDURANCE
the ability of the muscles to generate force against physical objects.
STRENGTH
the ability to perform a movement in one direction in the shortest period of time.
SPEED
the ability of the muscle to transfer energy and release maximum force at a fast rate.
POWER
the ability to move in different directions quickly using a combination of balance, coordination, speed, strength, and endurance.
AGILITY
the amount of time it takes to respond to a stimulus.
REACTION TIME
the ability to use the senses with the body parts to perform motor tasks smoothly and accurately.
COORDINATION
the maintenance of equilibrium while stationary or while moving.
BALANCE
Benefits of PF and Impacts of FE
Reduces risk of stress, depression and promotes Mental Health
Weight Management
It boosts overall health
It increases strength and stamina for more rigorous activity.
Principles of Fitness Training
PRINCIPLE OF INDIVIDUALIZATION
PRINCIPLE OF SPECIFICITY
PRINCIPLE OF OVERLOAD