Components of Fitness
Physical Related Fitness
M
Muscular Endurance
the ability to use voluntary muscles many times without getting tired.
1 minute Sit Up Test
Circuit Training
1 minute Press Up Test
M
Muscular Strength
the amount of force a muscle can exert against a resistance
Hand Grip Test (Dynamometer)
Free Weights
B
Body Composition
the percentage of body weight which is fat, muscle and bone
BMI (Body Mass Index)
BIA (Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis)
Skinfold Caliper Test
F
Flexibility
the range of movement possible at a joint
Sit and Reach Test
Static
Ballistic
PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation)
C
Aerobic Endurance
the ability to exercise the entire body for long periods of time
Havard Step Test
Continuous Training
Fartlek Training
Multi Stage Fitness Test (Bleep
Interval Training
Circuit Training
S
Speed
distance divided by the time taken ( m/s )
35m Sprint Test
Hollow Sprints
Interval Training
Acceleration Sprints
Skill Related Fitness
A
Agility
the ability to move quickly and easily in different directions
Illinois Agility Test
B
Balance
the ability to maintain centre of mass over a base of support
C
Co-ordination
the smooth flow of movement needed to perform a motor task efficiently and accurately
P
Power
the product of strength and speed
Vertical Jump
Plyometrics
R
Reaction Time
the time taken for a sports performer to respond to a stimulus and initiation of their response