Unit 7: Components Of Fitness & Special Populations

Question 1

Exercise differs from physical activity in that it is:?

Answer 1

Structured or planned activity that requires physical effort, with the aim of sustaining or improving physical fitness (Ekkekakis & Lind, 2006)

Question 2

Physical fitness can be defined as:?

Answer 2

A state of wellbeing that provides optimal performance (Roberts & Roberts, 1997)

Question 3

Define Cardiovascular fitness (CV)

Answer 3

The ability of the heart, lungs & muscles to take in, transport & utilise oxygen during exercise. Also referred to as cardiorespiratory fitness, stamina & aerobic fitness.

Question 4

Define muscular endurance (high reps, low resistance)

Answer 4

The ability of muscles to work continuously under low to moderate resistance.

Question 5

Define muscular strength (low reps, high resistance)

Answer 5

The ability of the muscles to exert maximal force against a high resistance

Question 6

Define flexibility

Answer 6

The Range of movement at a join or series of joints.

Question 7

Define immobility

Answer 7

A significant lack of flexibility which can dramatically affect posture & force production at a joint & can impair performance & fault functioning.

Question 8

Define hypermobility

Answer 8

A high degree of flexibility or ‘hypermobility’ may lead to reduced joint stability and an increased incidence of injury

Question 9

Define body composition

Answer 9

The proportion of fat and fat-free mass. Normally measured as a % of body fat, which serves as an effective indicator of health.

Healthy body fats are:
Women - 21-36%
Men - 8-25%

Question 10

What are the 6 skill related components of fitness, also known as motor skills?

Answer 10

Speed
Power
Reaction time
Agility
Balance
Coordination

Question 11

What is the Equality Act 2010?

Answer 11

Service providers must anticipate the needs of disabled clients & make reasonable changes to accommodate these