Components of Physical Fitness

Components of Physical Fitness

1. Flexibility

   • definition: the ability of the cardiorespiratory system to work efficiently, supplying nutrients and oxygen to working muscles during sustained physical activity.

2. Speed

   • definition: distance divided by the time taken. Speed is measured in metres per second (m/s). The faster an athlete runs over a given distance, the greater their speed

3. Muscular Strength

   • definition: the maximum force (in kg or N) that can be generated by a muscle or muscle group.

4. Aerobic Endurance

   • definition: the ability of the cardiorespiratory system to work efficiently, supplying nutrients and oxygen to working muscles during sustained physical activity.

5. Body Composition

   • definition: the relative ratio of fat mass to fat-free mass (vital organs, muscle, bone) in the body.

6. Muscular Endurance

   • definition: the ability of the muscular system to work efficiently, where a muscle can continue contracting over a period of time against a light to moderate fixed resistance load.