The Components Of Fitness

Question 1

Anaerobic Capacity

Answer 1

is the maximal rate of energy production by the combined phosphagen and glycolytic energy systems

Question 2

Aerobic Capacity

Answer 2

is the maximum rate at which an athlete can produce energy through the oxidation of energy sources (carbohydrates, fats, and proteins).

Question 3

Speed

Answer 3

Movement distance per unit of time.

Question 4

Muscular Strength

Answer 4

The force a muscle or muscle group can exert in one maximal effort.

Question 5

Muscular Power

Answer 5

The ability of a muscle to exert high force while contracting at a high speed.

Question 6

Muscular Endurance

Answer 6

The ability of a muscle to perform repeated contractions against a submaximal resistance.

Question 7

Agility

Answer 7

The ability to stop. start and change direction.

Question 8

Flexibility

Answer 8

The range of motion of a body joint (determined by the length of the muscle).

Question 9

Mobility

Answer 9

The freedom of an athlete’s limb to move through a desired range of motion.

Question 10

Balance

Answer 10

The ability to maintain static and dynamic equilibrium or the ability to maintain the body’s center of gravity over its base of support.

Question 11

Stability

Answer 11

A measure of the ability to return to the desired position following a disturbance to the system.

Question 12

Body Composition

Answer 12

Is the relative proportions by weight of fat and lean tissue