Physical Skills Flashcards
1
Q
posture
A
the way the body is held
2
Q
alignment
A
correct placement of body parts in relation to each other
3
Q
balance
A
a steady or held position achieved by an even distribution of weight
4
Q
coordination
A
the efficient combination of body parts
5
Q
control
A
the ability to start and stop movement, change direction and hold a shape efficiently
6
Q
flexibility
A
the range of movement in the joints (involving muscles, tendons and ligaments)
7
Q
mobility
A
the range of movement in a joint; the ability to move fluently from action to action
8
Q
strength
A
muscular power
9
Q
stamina
A
ability to maintain physical and mental energy over periods of time
10
Q
extension
A
lengthening one or more muscles or limbs
11
Q
isolation
A
an independent movement of part of the body
