Physical Fitness Flashcards
Muscular Endurance
The ability of the muscular system to work efficiently, where a muscle can continue contracting over a period of time against a light to moderate a fixed resistance load.
Muscular Strength
The maximum force(in kg or N) that can be generated by a muscle or muscle group
Body Composition
The relative ratio of fat mass compared to fat-free mass (vital organs, muscle, bone) in the body
Speed
Distance divided by time taken. Speed is measured in meters per second (m/s). The faster an athlete runs over a given distance, the greater their speed.
Aerobic Endurance
The ability of the cardio respiratory system to work efficiently, supplying nutrients and oxygen to the working muscles during sustained physical activity
Flexibility
Having an adequate range of motion in all joints of the body; the ability to move a joint fluidly through its complete range of movement.