Sumague, Maria Francheska O.

September 2, 2019
BSN 3 – NAE

1. List down the components of Physical Fitness and give the definition.

HEALTH RELATED
 Flexibility - The ability of the joints to move through their full range of motion.
 Cardiorespiratory Endurance – The ability of your heart, blood vessels, lungs and
blood to deliver oxygen and nutrients to all of your body’s cells while you are being
physically active.
 Muscular Strength – The amount of force that a muscle can apply in a given
contraction.
 Muscular Endurance – The ability of the muscles to keep working over a period of
time.
 Body Composition – Refers to the ration of lean body tissue (muscle and bone) to
body fat tissue.

SPORT RELATED
 Agility – The ability to change the position of your body and to control the
movement of your whole body.
 Balance – The ability to keep an upright position while either standing or moving.
 Power - The ability to perform with strength at a rapid pace.
 Reaction Time – The amount of time it takes to start a movement once your senses
signal the need to move.
 Coordination – The integration of eye, hand, and foot movements.
 Speed - The ability to cover a distance in a short amount of time.

2. List down the benefits of exercising.

 It can make you feel happier

 It can help with weight loss
 It is good for your muscle and bones
 It can increase your energy levels
 It can reduce your risk of chronic diseases
 It can help skin health
 It can help your brain health and memory
 It can help with relaxation and sleep quality
 It can reduce pain
 It can promote a better sex life
 It can help maintain a low blood cholesterol level
 It can lower blood pressure
 It can lower the risk of type 2 diabetes and some cancer
 It can lower your risk of falls
 It can help your body manage blood sugar and insulin levels
 It can improve your mental health
 It can help you quit smoking
 It can help your thinking, learning and judgment skills
 It can reduce stress