Fitness Fundamentals for Year 12

Why is cardiovascular endurance essential for long-distance runners?

• It helps build muscle mass

• It improves the ability of the heart and lungs to supply oxygen efficiently

• It increases flexibility

• It improves coordination

Which of the following best explains the role of muscular strength in daily activities?

• It helps in rapid decision-making

• It allows individuals to perform tasks requiring force, such as lifting heavy objects

• It improves body composition

• It enhances speed and agility

How does agility contribute to success in sports?

• It increases endurance during long workouts

• It allows athletes to quickly change direction and respond to stimuli

• It improves lung capacity

• It makes muscle contractions more powerful

Why is setting SMART goals beneficial for improving fitness?

• It ensures a structured approach to achieving fitness goals

• It guarantees immediate results

• It allows goals to be changed frequently without tracking progress

• It discourages long-term planning

What is the most effective way to overcome barriers to physical activity?

• Ignore barriers and try to exercise when possible

• Identify challenges and develop a strategy to address them

• Wait for motivation to improve

• Only participate in activities that require minimal effort

Flexibility is a skill-related fitness component. (True / False)

• True

• False

Speed is an important fitness component for a sprinter. (True / False)

• True

• False

Setting goals can help improve physical activity levels. (True / False)

• True

• False

Body composition refers to the ability to move joints through a full range of motion. (True / False)

• True

• False

Fitness testing helps to identify strengths and areas for improvement. (True / False)

• True

• False