components of fitness

agility

the ability to move and change direction at speed with control

balance

the ability to keep the body stable by maintaining the centre of mass over the base of support

coordination

the ability to move two or more different body parts together, smoothly and efficiently

flexibility

the range of movement possible at a joint

reaction time

The amount of time taken to respond to the presentation of a stimulus.

presentation of a stimulus.

speed

The maximum rate at which an individual can perform a movement or cover a set distance.

cardiovascular endurance

The ability of the heart and lungs to supply oxygen to the working muscles over a prolonged period of time.

working muscles over a prolonged period of time.

muscular endurance

The ability of muscles groups to perform repeated contractions, avoiding fatigue.

contractions, avoiding fatigue.

power

The product of strength and speed AKA explosive strength

strength

The ability to overcome resistance.

maximal strength

greatest force possible in a single action

static strength

the amount of force exerted against an immovable object

explosive strength

the amount of force exerted in one quick movement.

dynamic strength

the amount of force exerted repeatedly by working muscles

agility test

Illinois Agility Test

balance test

Standing Stork Test

cardiovascular endurance test

Multi Stage Fitness Test (Bleep Test)

coordination test

Wall Toss Test

flexibility test

Sit and Reach Test

muscular endurance test

One Minute Sit Up Bleep Test

power test

Vertical Jump Test

Reaction time test

Ruler Drop Test

max strength test

One Rep Max Test

speed test

30 Metre Sprint Test

strength test

Handgrip Dynamometer Test