P.E. Health and Skill Related Vocabulary Flashcard

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Body Composition

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the percentage of body fat relative to muscle, bone, and other body tissue

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Cardiovascular Endurance

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the ability of the heart and lungs to supply oxygen through the blood to fuel muscles at a moderate intensity for an extended period of time

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the ability to move joints and muscles through their full range of motion

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Flexibility

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Muscular Endurance

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the ability to sustain muscle contraction over a period of time without undue fatigue

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Muscular Strength

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the ability of the muscles to generate force in a short period of time

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the ability to change direction of movement quickly while staying in control of your body

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Agility

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Balance

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the ability to maintain body equilibrium in different movements

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the ability to combine movements of various body parts at the same time

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Coordination

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the ability to combine strength and speed

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Power

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Reaction Time

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the time between recognizing a stimulus and your body moving in response