Physical Fitness (Leaving Cert Physical Education): Flashcards
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What is physical fitness?
What is physical fitness?
A state of health allowing daily activities without fatigue.
What are the two types of fitness?
What are the two types of fitness?
Health-related fitness and performance-related fitness.
What does health-related fitness improve?
What does health-related fitness improve?
Overall health and well-being for daily tasks.
Name a component of health-related fitness.
Name a component of health-related fitness.
Cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength, flexibility.
What is the aim of health-related fitness?
What is the aim of health-related fitness?
Prevent disease and improve quality of life.
What does performance-related fitness focus on?
What does performance-related fitness focus on?
Improving physical performance in specific sports.
Name a component of performance-related fitness.
Name a component of performance-related fitness.
Balance, coordination, speed, or reaction time.
How does a gymnast improve performance?
How does a gymnast improve performance?
By developing coordination and balance through routines.
What is the difference between the two fitness types?
What is the difference between the two fitness types?
Health-related focuses on health; performance on skills.
How does exercise affect chronic disease risk?
How does exercise affect chronic disease risk?
It decreases the risk of heart disease and diabetes.