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HEALTH & FITNESS
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At GCSE it is vital that we learn the definitions of various key terms HEALTH A state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. FITNESS The ability to meet the demands of the environment
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Performance & Exercise PERFORMANCE How well a task is completed EXERCISE A form of physical activity done primarily to improve one’s health and physical fitness
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HEALTH related exercise & SKILL related fitness HEALTH RELATED EXERCISE SKILL RELATED FITNESS
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HEALTH related exercise & SKILL related fitness HEALTH RELATED EXERCISE SKILL RELATED FITNESS CARDIOVASCULAR FITNESS MUSCULAR STRENGTH MUSCULAR ENDURANCE FLEXIBILTY BODY COMPOSITION AGILITY BALANCE CO-ORDINATION POWER REACTION TIME SPEED
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AGILITY The ability to change the position of the body quickly and to control the movement of the whole body E.G DODGING A TACKLE IN RUGBY BALANCE The ability to retain the centre of mass (gravity) of the body above the base of support with reference to static – stationary, or dynamic – changing, conditions of movement, shape and orientation. E.G. A GYMNAST HOLDING A HANDSTAND WHILE ON THE BEAM CO- ORDINATION The ability to use two or more body parts together. E.G A BADMINTON PLAYER POWER The ability to do strength performances quickly E.G. AN ATHLETE MOVING QUICKLY ACROSS THE CIRCLE TO THROW THE DISCUS REACTION TIME The time between the presentation of a stimulus and the onset of a movement. E.G A GOALKEEPER MOVING THEIR HANDS QUICKLY TO SAVE A SHOT. SPEED The differential rate an individual is able to perform a movement or cover a distance in a short period of time. E.G A SPRINTER MOVING ARMS AND LEGS VERY QUICKLY TO COVER THE DISTANCE AS FAST AS POSSIBLE SKILL RELATED FITNESS
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What element of health related exercise is most important for this performer? Explain your answer.
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List the three most important elements of skill related fitness to these performers. Give examples of why such elements help them to perform better.
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What is the difference between these two runners? How does body composition differ between the two and why is this important for their performance?
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