Components of fitness

Physical fitness: (MAMS FB)

  • Aerobic endurance - ability of the cardiorespiratory system to supply oxygen to muscles so that the whole body can be exercised for a long time

  • Muscular endurance - ability to repeatedly use muscles over a long period of time

  • Muscular strength - the maximum force (in KG) that can be generated by a muscle

  • Speed - distance moved per unit of time/ time taken to cover a set distance

  • Flexibility - the range of motion possible at a joint

  • Body composition - amount of fat mass compared to fat free mass in the body

Skilled - related fitness (ABC PR)

  • Power - the product of result of combining speed and strength

  • Agility - ability to change direction quickly without losing balance

  • Reaction time - time taken for a performer to react to a stimulus

  • Balance - ability to keep your centre of mass over a base of support

  • Coordination - ability to move two or more body parts at once smoothly and efficiently