10 3. Health-Related Components of Fitness
UGA PEDB Program
The five health-related components of fitness are important to perform at optimum levels during exercise or to be able to function efficiently on a daily basis.
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| Cardiorespiratory Endurance
The ability of the heart, blood vessels, and lungs to deliver oxygen and nutrients to the working muscles. |
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| Muscular Strength
The maximal force produced by a muscle or muscle groups against a resistance. |
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| Muscular endurance
The ability of the muscle or muscle group to sustain a contraction repeatedly over a period of time. |
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| Flexibility
The range of motion in a joint or group of joints. |
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| Body Composition
The percentage of stored fat in the body compared to the percentage of all other tissues. |
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