P.E - health related fitness Flashcards
Agility
Ability to control the movement of the whole and change the position quickly.
Balance
Keep the body stable, while at rest of in motion.
Body composition
Percentage of body that is muscle, fat or bone.
Cardiovascular endurance
Ability to exercise the hole body for long periods of time.
Coordination
Ability to use two or more body parts together.
Flexibility
Range of motion of your joints.
Power
Ability to undertake strength performance quickly.
Speed
Rate of which an individual can cover a movement of range of distance.
Reaction time
Time between the presentation of a stimulus and the onset of a movement.
Muscular endurance
Ability to use voluntary muscles many times without getting tired.
Strength
Amount of force a muscle can exert against a resistance.
Weight training
Involves shifting weight to increase the strength of muscles, using a programme of reps + sets. (Rugby player, weight lifters)
Fartlek training
Continuous training with interval training. Fartlek runs are a long distance run. Fartlek training is defined as periods of fast running intermixed with periods of slower running.
Circuit training
Circuit training is a form of body conditioning or endurance training or resistance training using high-intensity. It targets strength building or muscular endurance.
Plyometric training
Plyometric training is a great way for athletes to build explosive power.
