the ability of a muscle, or muscle group, to undergo repeated contractions, avoiding fatigue (muscular endurance)

to hold a body part (limb) in a static position and muscle length stays the same

product of strength and speed (anaerobic power)

the largest force a muscle, or group of muscles, can exert in a single contraction

Types of strength

Physical education

The relationship between health and fitness

Cardiovascular endurance, muscular endurance, power and speed

Agility, balance, co-ordination, flexibility and reaction time

A practical exploration of fitness testing - endurance

A practical exploration of fitness tests: speed, strength, power and flexibility

A practical exploration of fitness tests: balance, coordination, agility and reaction time

The importance of fitness components in sport

Reasons for and limitations of fitness testing

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

is the ability of a muscle or muscle group to undergo repeated contractions

to hold a body part (limb) in a still position

the largest force a muscle or group of muscles can exert in a single contraction

Identify the correct definition of static strength.

is the ability of a muscle  to undergo repeated contractions

to hold a body part (limb) in a static position

largest force a muscle/muscle group can exert in a single contraction

Match the definitions to the correct keyword.

a gymnast holding a position on the rings

Which athlete is most likely to need dynamic strength?

A basketballer jumping to reach a rebound is an example of which type of strength?

Match the component of fitness to the correct fitness test.

The hand grip {{ }} test measures grip strength.

'The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time' is the definition of which component of fitness?

Which athlete is likely to need the most cardiovascular endurance?

Power is measured by the {{ }} jump test.

Match the fitness test to the correct components of fitness.

a rugby player making a hard tackle on the opposition

a rugby player running, kicking and passing well for the full 80 minute match

a rugby player stretching to make an intercept

Which is an example of muscular endurance?

is the ability of a muscle to undergo repeated contractions

Starter Quiz

'The ability to exert muscle force repeatedly or continuously over time' is the definition of which component of fitness?