the range of movements possible at a joint

the product of strength and speed, i.e. strength x speed

the ability to move and change direction quickly whilst maintaining control

the maintenance of the centre of mass over the base of support and reference can be made to whilst static (still) or dynamic (whilst moving)

the time taken to initiate a response to a stimulus, i.e. the time from the initiation of the stimulus

The importance of fitness components in sport

Physical education

This unit will explore the relationship between health, fitness, exercise and performance before unpacking the different components of fitness. This understanding will include key definitions, how to test and train each but also which components are most important for different sports.

Physical training: health and fitness

the ability to move and change direction quickly, maintaining control

the maintenance of the centre of mass over the base of support

the time taken to initiate a response to a stimulus

Match the definition to the correct component of fitness.

Which component of fitness would be needed the least by a 100m sprinter?

to get a good start by responding quickly to the start gun

to stay controlled and avoid falling over

to ensure a full range of motion at the hips

Why would a 100m sprinter need reaction time?

A gymnast holding their bodyweight on the rings requires which component of fitness the most?

to constantly hit shots for the entire match without getting tired

to change direction quickly to where the opponent has hit the shuttle

Which example explains why a badminton player would need muscular endurance?

Which component of fitness would a badminton player need high levels of to smash the shuttlecock down with force so the opponent can’t return it?

Identify the correct calculation of power.

the ability to move and change direction quickly,maintaining control

the ability to move two or more body parts together

The test for agility is the '{{}} agility test'.

Match the fitness test to the correct component of fitness.

How long do you time the wall toss test for?

What unit is the hand grip dynamometer test measured in?

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.

The importance of fitness components in sport

Lesson outcome

This lesson will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.