5 a day GCSE PE 9-1 Vol 13- Components of Fitness

The video tutorial covers the components of fitness, including balance, strength, muscular endurance, cardiovascular fitness, agility, and coordination. It poses questions to define these concepts and understand their application in sports, using examples like Lionel Messi's agility and a cricketer's coordination.

What is the best definition of balance in the context of sports?

• The ability to maintain stability and control of body movement.

• The skill of running fast.

• The endurance to perform activities for long periods.

• The capacity to lift heavy weights.

Which of the following is NOT a type of strength used in sports?

• Endurance strength

• Dynamic strength

• Static strength

• Explosive strength

How does muscular endurance differ from cardiovascular fitness?

• Muscular endurance is the ability to sustain muscle activity, while cardiovascular fitness is the efficiency of the heart and lungs.

• Muscular endurance is about muscle strength, while cardiovascular fitness is about heart health.

• Muscular endurance is the ability to lift weights, while cardiovascular fitness is about running.

• Muscular endurance is about flexibility, while cardiovascular fitness is about speed.

What is the definition of agility in sports?

• The endurance to perform repetitive tasks.

• The capacity to run long distances.

• The skill of jumping high.

• The ability to change direction quickly and effectively.

How might a cricketer use coordination in their performance?

• By increasing their speed on the field.

• By improving their cardiovascular endurance.

• By maintaining balance while running.

• By synchronizing hand-eye movements to catch or hit the ball.