Physical fitness

Physical Fitness

One’s ability to execute daily activities with optimal performance, endurance, and strength.

Body Composition

The body's relative amount of fat or fat-free mass.

Body Mass Index (BMI)

A formula to assess body weight relative to height, calculated as Weight (in kg) / Height (in meters)².

Strength

The ability of the muscle to generate force against physical objects.

Push-up

An exercise to measure the strength of upper extremities.

Basic Plank

An exercise to measure strength/stability of the core muscles.

Cardiovascular Endurance

The ability to perform physical activities without becoming overly tired while maintaining a target heart rate.

3-Minute Step Test

A test to measure cardiovascular endurance.

Flexibility

The ability of the joints and muscles to move through their full range of motion.

Zipper Test

A test to assess the flexibility of the shoulder girdle.

Sit-and-Reach

A test to measure the flexibility of the lower extremities, particularly the trunk.

Speed

The ability to perform a movement in one direction in the shortest period of time.

40-Meter Sprint

A test to measure running speed.

Agility

The ability to move in different directions quickly using balance, coordination, speed, strength, and endurance.

Hexagon Agility Test

A test to measure the ability to move in different directions quickly.

Balance

The maintenance of equilibrium while stationary or moving.

Stork Balance Stand Test

A test to assess one's ability to maintain equilibrium.

Coordination

The ability to use the senses with body parts to perform motor tasks smoothly and accurately.

Juggling

An activity to measure the coordination of the eye and hand.

Reaction Time

The amount of time it takes to respond to a stimulus.

Stick Drop Test

A test to measure the time to respond to a stimulus.

Health-Enhancing Physical Activity

Participation in physical activity as a significant health maintenance strategy for all ages.

Health

A resource supporting an individual’s function in society, emphasizing adaptability to new threats and infirmities.

Stealth Health Approach

A strategy to improve nutrition, physical fitness, stress control, and sleep through simple lifestyle changes.

Whole Foods

Foods that are minimally processed and free from artificial ingredients.

Corn Syrup

A sweetener to be rejected for better nutrition.

Mixed Green Salad

A recommended starter for dinner to improve nutrition.

Squat

An exercise to incorporate into daily activities for improved physical fitness.

Deep Breathing

A stress control technique recommended to practice twice a day.