* Health-related fitness: This focuses on aspects of fitness important for overall health and well-being. Components typically include:
* Cardiovascular fitness (CV fitness): The ability of the heart and lungs to deliver oxygen to working muscles. Often measured by tests like the beep test or Cooper run.
* Muscular strength: The maximum force a muscle or muscle group can exert.
* Muscular endurance: The ability of a muscle or muscle group to repeatedly exert force over a period of time.
* Flexibility: The range of movement around a joint.
* Body composition: The proportion of fat mass to lean mass (muscle, bone, etc.) in the body.
* Skill-related fitness: This focuses on components important for successful performance in sports and activities. Components typically include:
* Speed: The rate at which someone can move.
* Power: The ability to exert force rapidly.
* Agility: The ability to change direction quickly and efficiently.
* Balance: The ability to maintain equilibrium.
* Coordination: The ability to use different parts of the body together smoothly and efficiently.
* Reaction time: The time taken to respond to a stimulus.
In short, a GCSE definition will emphasize that fitness is not just one thing, but rather a combination of health-related and skill-related components, each contributing to overall physical capability and well-being. The specific emphasis on each component might vary depending on the course.