physical skills Flashcards
define posture
the way the body is held
define strength
muscular power
define coordination
efficient combination of body parts
define balance
a steady or held position achieved by an even distribution of weight
define alignment
correct placement of body parts in relation to each other
define control
the ability to start and stop movement, change direction and hold a shape efficiently
define extension
lengthening one or more muscle or limb
define isolation
an independent movement of part of the body
define flexibility
range of the movement in the joint( muscle, tendons and ligaments)
define mobility
the range of movement in the joint, the ability to move fluently from action to action
define stamina
ability to maintain physical and mental energy over period of time