SPSC-1103 Components of Physical Fitness

Physical Fitness

a health related component of fitness that refers to a state of well-being with a low risk of health problems including injury, chronic disease, participation in physical activities and the ability to perform daily tasks effectively. Can also be health or skill related

Cardiorespiratory fitness

a health related component of fitness that refers to the cardiovascular and respiratory system’s ability to circulate oxygen to muscle while removing carbon dioxide.

Muscular strength

a health related component of fitness that refers to the maximum amount of force produced during muscle contraction.

Muscular endurance

a health related component of fitness that refers to the ability of a muscle to contract repeatedly or continuously

flexibility

a health related component of fitness that refers to the ability of a joint/group of joints to move through unrestricted or pain free range of motion (ROM)

Body Composition

a health related component of fitness that refers to the relative proportion of fat mass (adipose tissue) and fat-free mass (muscles and bones) which is expressed as a body fat percentage

Agility

a skill based fitness component that expresses the ability to change direction quickly

Balance

a skill related fitness component that refers to the ability to keep center of mass within base of support when stationary, moving, and reacting

coordination

a skill related fitness component that refers to the ability to perform motor tasks smoothly and effectively

speed

a skill related fitness component that refers to the ability to move as quickly as possible

power

a skill related fitness component that refers to the rate of force development

Reaction time

the ability to react or respond quickly to sensory stimuli