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Definition of Speed The fastest rate at which
a person can complete a task or cover a distance
e.g 100m sprint How to test this component of
fitness 20m Sprint
Definition of Reaction Time The time it takes
to respond to a stimulus e.g a sprint start,
reacting to the gun How to test this component
of fitness Ruler drop test
Definition of Power The ability to apply a
combination of speed and strength in an action
e.g conversion in rugby How to test this
component of fitness Standing broad jump
Skill Related
Fitness
Definition of Co-ordination The ability to use
2 or more body parts at the same time e.g
badminton How to test this component of
fitness Throw and catch in 30s
Definition of Balance The ability to keep the
body stable whether still, moving or in a
different shape by keeping centre of gravity over
the base e.g arabesque in gymnastics How to
test this component of fitness Stork stand
Definition of Agility The ability to change
direction quickly and still keep control of the
whole body e.g dodging in netball How to
test this component of fitness Illinois test