Physical Skills Flashcards
Mobility
The range of movement in a joint; the ability to move fluently from action to action
Strength
The ability of the muscles to withhold or resist a force
Stamina
The ability to maintain levels physical and mental energy over time
Extension
The ability to elongate the limbs or muscles
Isolation
Manipulating one body part separately from the rest
Posture
The correct way the body is held with elongated spine and shoulders back
Alignment
The correct placement of body parts in relation to other body parts to create lines
Balance
The ability to maintain steadiness In a held position
Co-ordination
The ability to move multiple body parts simultaneously
Control
The ability to start and stop movement, change direction and hold a shape efficiently
Flexibility
The range of movement available at a joint
