Physical Skills

Physical Skills

1. Balance

   • A steady or held position achieved by an even distribution of weight

2. Isolation

   • An independent movement of part of the body

3. Flexibility

   • The range of movements in the muscles, joints, tendons and ligaments

4. Stamina

   • Endurance - both muscular and cardio-respitory

5. Posture

   • The way the body is held

6. Co-ordination

   • The efficient combination of body parts

7. Mobility

   • The range of movement in a joint; the ability to move fluently from action to action

8. Extension

   • Lengthening one or more muscles or limbs

9. Alignment

   • Correct placement of body parts in relation to each other

10. Control

    • The ability to start and stop movement; change direction and hold a shape efficiently