Components of Fitness

Front

What are the benefits of muscular strength?

Back

Improved body composition, injury prevention, heart health.

Front

How does exercise improve mental health?

Back

By decreasing stress and anxiety.

Front

What component of fitness refers to the range of motion around a joint?

Back

Flexibility.

Front

What is the primary difference between muscular strength and muscular endurance?

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Muscular strength is the ability to exert force quickly, while muscular endurance is the ability to sustain force over time.

Front

Which component of fitness is associated with the ability to perform activities without getting tired easily?

Back

Muscular endurance.

Front

Define muscular strength.

Back

The ability of a muscle or group of muscles to exert force against resistance.

Front

What is muscular endurance?

Back

The ability of a muscle or group of muscles to sustain repeated contractions against resistance for an extended period.

Front

What is cardiovascular endurance?

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The ability of the heart, lungs, and blood vessels to supply oxygen to the muscles during prolonged physical activity.

Front

What does flexibility refer to in fitness?

Back

The range of motion available at a joint.

Front

Why is muscular strength important for injury prevention?

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It helps support and stabilize joints, reducing the risk of injuries.