| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Five components of Fitness | 1. Cardiovascular Endurance 2. Flexibility 3. Strength 4. Muscular Endurance 5. Body Composition |
| Strength | Maximum force a muscle can apply in one contraction |
| Flexibility | Range of movement possible at a joint |
| Body Composition | Measurement of fat content, body shape |
| Cardiovascular Endurance | The ability of the heart, lungs and blood vessels to supply the large muscles with oxygen and remove waste products. (Ability to continue the work over a long period of time – cross country running) |
| Muscular Endurance | The ability of specific muscles to work many times without fatigue. (The length of time the muscle work determine your muscular endurance) |
