compnents of fitness

• cardiovascular endurance

  the ablilty of the heart, lungs and blood vessels to deliver oxygen to your body tissues during prolonged physical activity
• muscular endurance

  the ability of a muscle or group of muscles to sustain repeated contractions against a resistance for an extended period
• strength


  the amount of force a muscle or group of muscles can exert against a resistance
• maximal strength

  the greatest force that is possible in a single maximum contraction
• static strength

  the ability to hold a position without movement
• dynamic strength

  the ability to exert a force repeatedly over a period
• explosive strength/ power

  the ability to exert a maximal amount of force in the shortest possible time
• flexibility


  the range of motion available at a joint
• speed

  the ability to move all or parts of the body as quickly as possible
• agility

  the ability to move or change direction quickly and effectively whilst under control
• balance

  the ability to maintain the bodys position with the centre of mass over the base of support, wheter moving or stationary
• coordination

  the ability to use different parts of the body together smoothly and efficiently
• reaction time

  time taken to respond to a stimulus