Categories: All - flexibility - balance - strength - agility

by Sophie Smith 5 years ago

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Components of Fitness

The various components of fitness can be categorized into skill-related and physical-related aspects. Skill-related fitness includes balance, coordination, power, reaction time, and agility.

Components of Fitness

Key

Fitness Training

Definition

Fitness Test

Component of Fitness

Components of Fitness

Skill Related Fitness

R
Reaction Time

the time taken for a sports performer to respond to a stimulus and initiation of their response

P
Power

the product of strength and speed

Vertical Jump

Plyometrics

Co-ordination

the smooth flow of movement needed to perform a motor task efficiently and accurately

Balance

the ability to maintain centre of mass over a base of support

A
Agility

the ability to move quickly and easily in different directions

Illinois Agility Test

Physical Related Fitness

S
Speed

distance divided by the time taken ( m/s )

35m Sprint Test

Acceleration Sprints

Hollow Sprints

C
Aerobic Endurance

the ability to exercise the entire body for long periods of time

Multi Stage Fitness Test (Bleep

Interval Training

Havard Step Test

Fartlek Training

Continuous Training

F
Flexibility

the range of movement possible at a joint

Sit and Reach Test

PNF (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation)

Ballistic

Static

B
Body Composition

the percentage of body weight which is fat, muscle and bone

Skinfold Caliper Test

BIA (Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis)

BMI (Body Mass Index)

Muscular Strength

the amount of force a muscle can exert against a resistance

Hand Grip Test (Dynamometer)

Free Weights

M
Muscular Endurance

the ability to use voluntary muscles many times without getting tired.

1 minute Press Up Test

1 minute Sit Up Test

Circuit Training