Exercise Physiology - 7 Components of Fitness

aerobic capacity

ability of the heart, lungs and circulatory system to supply oxygen and nutrients effectively to working muscles and remove waste products eg. AFL, XC, swimming

muscular strength

ability of a muscle to exert force by contracting against resistance eg. AFL, rugby

muscular endurance

ability to sustain or repeat a series of muscle contractions without fatigue eg. waterpolo, swimming, rowing

flexibility

ability of a join to move through its fullest range of motion eg. AFL, ballet, gymnastics

power (muscular power)

ability to exert maximum force in the shortest amount of time eg. cricket, long jump

speed (anaerobic capacity)

ability to move quickly. speed can be used to describe: the movement from one point to another, the movement of specific limbs or muscles eg athletics, ice hockey

agility

ability to move entire body from one position to another, or from one direction to another quickly and precisely eg soccer, tennis, rugby