Physical Fitness and Sports Terms

Front

Muscular Strength

Back

The amount of force a muscle can produce with a single maximal effort.

Front

Muscular Endurance

Back

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

Front

Cardiovascular Endurance

Back

The ability of the heart, lungs, and blood vessels to deliver oxygen to your body tissues during prolonged physical activity.

Front

Flexibility

Back

The quality of bending easily without breaking, often referring to the range of motion in a joint or group of joints.

Front

Body Composition

Back

The proportion of fat and non-fat mass in your body.

Front

Wide Receiver

Back

A position in American football, responsible for catching passes from the quarterback.

Front

Quarterback

Back

A position in American football, responsible for directing the team's offensive play.

Front

Center

Back

A position in American football, responsible for snapping the ball to the quarterback.

Front

Offsides

Back

A rule violation in sports, occurring when a player is in a prohibited position.

Front

Offense

Back

The team or players in a sport who are attempting to score.