Fitness Key Terms

The one I messed up on

Aerobic Power

The ability of the heart, blood vessels and respiratory systems to supply oxygen and nutrients to the working muscles and remove waste products  

Flexibility

The ability to move our joints through their full range of movement   

Muscular Endurance

The ability of a single muscle or muscle group to work very hard for an extended period of time   

Muscular Strength

The maximum force that a muscle group can apply to an immovable object   

Muscular Power

The ability to contract the muscles with speed and force in one explosive act   

Agility

The ability to change the direction of the body at top speed   

Balance

The ability to maintain equilibrium when still (static) and while moving (dynamic)   

Coordination

The ability to carry out a series of movements smoothly and efficiently   

Reaction Time

The ability to respond to a stimulus quickly   

Body Composition

Used to describe the percentages of fat, bone, water and muscle in human bodies    

Speed

The ability to move all or part of the body as quickly as possible