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Physical Fitness

Physical Fitness. Elements of Fitness. Cardio Respiratory Endurance Muscular Strength Muscular Endurance Flexibility Body Composition. Muscle Strength and Endurance Allow a person to perform daily tasks without becoming fatigued. Better posture and fewer back problems Body Composition

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Physical Fitness

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  1. Physical Fitness

  2. Elements of Fitness • Cardio Respiratory Endurance • Muscular Strength • Muscular Endurance • Flexibility • Body Composition

  3. Muscle Strength and Endurance • Allow a person to perform daily tasks without becoming fatigued. • Better posture and fewer back problems • Body Composition • Refers to the proportion of body fat in comparison with lean body tissue (muscle or bone) • Males should have less than 25% • Females should have less than 30%

  4. Physical Health affects… • Cardiovascular System • Strengthen the heart muscle • Respiratory System • Work more efficiently • Nervous System • Response • Mental/Emotional • Reduce stress

  5. Aerobic Exercise • Any activity that uses large muscle groups • Rhythmic in nature • Maintained continuously for at least 10 minutes • Anaerobic Exercise • Intense short bursts of activity • Muscles work so hard they produce energy without using oxygen

  6. Choosing Activities • Cost • Where you live • Your level of health • Time and place • Personal safety • Comprehensive planning

  7. F.I.T.T • Frequency • Intensity • Time/Duration • Type

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