Physical Firtness - Part 2

The 5 Components of Physical Fitness

In order to keep ourselves physically fit, we have to train ourselves on each of the 5 aspects of physical fitness

Cardiorespiratory Endurance

The Cooper Run is most often used to test cardiovascular endurance. Aerobic conditioning, like jogging, swimming and cycling, can help improve cardiovascular endurance.

Muscle Strength

Exercises like the bench press, leg press or bicep curl might be used to measure muscle strength.

Muscle Endurance

Cycling, step machines and sit up tests are often used to measure muscular endurance.

Flexibility

Flexibility can be tested by stretching individual muscles or by performing exercises such as the lunge or the sit and reach.

Body Composition

The most reliable is underwater weighing, but due to the size and expense of the equipment, this type of test isn't common. Many doctors, gyms and health clubs use a pinch test instead.