Physical training Flashcards
Define static strength
the ability to hold a body part in a static position
Define health.
A state of complete physical, mental and social well being and not merely the absence of disease
Define fitness.
The ability to meet the demands of the environment
Define agility
The ability to move and change direction quickly whilst maintaining control
Define coordination
The ability to use different parts of the body together
Define balance
the maintenance of the centre of mass over the base of support
Define speed
the maximum rate at which an individual is able to perform a movement in a peiod of time
Define muscular endurance
the ability of muscles to undergo repeated contractions without tiring
Define cardiovascular endurance
the ability of the heart and lungs to supply oxygen to the working muscles
Define strength
the ability to overcome a resistance
Define power/explosive strength
the product of strength x speed
Define flexibility
the range of movement possible at a joint
Define reaction time
the time taken to initiate a response to a stimulus to starting a response
Name the test for agility
Illinois agility test
Name the test for coordination
Wall toss test
Name the test for power
Vertical jump test
Name a test for strength
handgrip dynamometer test
Name a test for balance
Stork balance test
Name a test for speed
30 metre sprint test
Name a test of muscular endurance
Sit up bleep test
Name a test for cardiovascular endurance
Mult stage fitness test (MSFT)
Name a test for reaction time
Ruler drop test
Name a test for flexibility
Sit and reach test
Give three reasons for fitness testing
motivate, monitor improvement, set goals, inform training, provide variety to training