Amount of time it takes to perform a particular action or cover a particular distance
Vital in any race- used by a runner,cyclist or swimmer
Can also be used for a javelin thrower since they need to be able to bring their arm through very fast to get the maximum distance possible
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Balance
The ability to retain the body's centre of gravity above the base of support with reference to static or dynamic conditions of movement, shape and orientation
2 types of balance Dynamic Balance (when moving), e.g golf when swinging a shot you needed to be able to keep balanced on the floor and Static Balance (when stationary) e.g doing a handstand on a beam in gymnastics
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Agility
Changing direction quickly whilst controlling the movement of the whole body
Players in rugby would use this because to dodge a tackle from opposition
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Co-ordination
The ability to use two or more parts of the body together
For example the body parts that are moving together could be eyes and hand when playing tennis- to be able to watch the ball and use your hand to direct the racket onto the ball to take a shot
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Reaction Time
Time it takes to react to a given stimulus.
Particularly important in an event where there is a definate start to a race e.g. Starting gun in a running race
A hockey player needs to be able to decide quickly how to respond to the passes made by a team member
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Power
Ability to do stregth performances quickly
In order to have power you must have strength and speed
High jumper needs power to lift from the floor to clear the bar
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