Question

Briefly discuss the following motor and skill related fitness components :

1. agility

2. balance

3. coordination

4. power

5. reaction time

6. speed

Answer 1

1-Agility- It is the power to move quickly and change the direction of your body under control. Agility is very important in sports such as hockey, basketball, football etc. The main parts of agility are coordination, speed and balance.

2- Balance- Balance always keeps your body under control. Sports like gymnastics, baseball and surfing require a good body control and balance.

3- Coordination- It is the ability which helps people to perform and control their movements. In sports, it require lot of practice to be perfect in coordination.

4- Power- It is the blend of speed and strength. Lifting weights, depth jumping, boxing etc. are some activities that improve power as a motor skill.

5- Reaction time- Reaction time refers to the ability to understand and react to the happenings around you. These things may be expected or unexpected. The ability of reacting at correct time is very important in sports and daily life.

6-Speed- Speed is the quality to move your body quickly and perform things at high speed. It requires good strength to be perfect in physical activities like cycling, skating and swimming.