Soc 4: Fitness Testing Flashcards
What is the value/purpose of fitness testing?
-To identify our strengths and weaknessses
-Monitor effectiveness of your training
-Compare your results to other people (normative data)
- Give yourself an incentive
What is the purpose of the 12 minute cooper run?
To test your cardiovascular fitness.
What is the purpose of the Harvard step test?
To test your cardiovascular fitness through our recovery rate.
What is the purpose of the 1 minute sit up test?
To test your muscular endurance.
What is the purpose of the sit and reach test?
To test your flexibility.
What is the purpose of the hand grip test?
To test your muscular strength.
What is the purpose of the 1 minute press up test?
To test your muscular endurance.
What is the purpose of the 30 metre sprint?
To test your speed.
What is the purpose of vertical jump test?
To test your power.
What is the purpose of the Illinois Agility Test?
To test your agility.
