Components of Fitness

Which one of these best describes coordination?

• To change body position quickly

• To exercise the body for long periods of time

• To move two or more body parts together smoothly

• To perform strength movements quickly

Which one of these performers relies most heavily on agility?

• 100m sprinter
• Golfer
• Rower
• Tennis player

Which one of these performers relies most heavily on their cardiovascular endurance?

• 200m sprinter
• 10,000m runner
• Discus thrower
• Long jumper

Which one of these describes flexibility?

• Changing direction at speed with control
• Combination of strength and speed
• Range of movement possible at a joint
• Supplying oxygen to the working muscles

What is ‘co-ordination’?

• The ability to change direction quickly
• The ability to do strength performances quickly
• The ability to move two or more body parts together smoothly
• The ability to retain the centre of mass above the base of support

Which one of the following is the most important component of fitness when dribbling a ball around a defender in hockey?

• Reaction time
• Agility
• Cardiovascular endurance
• Strength

Which one of the following components of fitness is best improved through ‘continuous training’?

• Strength
• Cardiovascular endurance
• Agility
• Flexibility

The most important factor for a fast start in a 100m sprint is

• Felxibility
• Balance
• Reaction time
• Co-ordination

The type of strength which can be applied to an immovable object is known as:

• Dynamic
• Static
• Power
• Explosive

Each of the following is a type of strength except:

• Dynamic
• Static
• Passive
• Explosive