Soc 2 components of fitness (health) Flashcards
What are the 5 health related components of fitness?
cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength, muscular endurance, body composition, flexibility
what is the definition of cardiovascular fitness?
your ability to exercise the entire body for a long period of time
what sport would cardiovascular fitness be most beneficial?
Marathon runner
what is the definition of muscular strength?
the amount of force a muscle can exert against a resistance
what sport would muscular strength be most beneficial?
Sumo wrestling
what is a benefit of having good flexibility?
Reduces the chance of injury
what are the three components that make up our body composition?
muscle, bone, fat
what is the definition of muscular endurance?
You can keep working your muscles for a long period of time
What sport would muscular endurance be most beneficial?
Boxing
What component of fitness would be most suited of a marathon runner?
Cardiovascular fitness