OBJECTIVES:

• Learn the benefits of good skill-related fitness
• Identify and define the six components of skill-related fitness
• Become familiar with performance tests to assess skill-related fitness

1. Activities can include:

a.  Basketball
b. Racquetball
c. Golf
d. Hiking
e. Soccer
f. Water-skiing

2. Good skill-related fitness also enhances overall quality of life by helping people cope more effectively in emergency situations.

1. Agility
2. Balance
3. Coordination
4. Power and speed
5. Reaction time

1. To develop a certain task or skill, the individual almost practice that same task many times.
2. There seems to be very little crossover learning effect.

1. These components seem to be determined to a large extent by genetics.
2. Individuals with good skill-related fitness tend to do better and learn faster when performing a wide variety of skills.
3. Skill-related fitness can be enhanced with practice.
4. To develop a given component, the training program must be specific to the type of development the individual is trying to achieve.

1. Good reaction time, balance, coordination, and agility can help your avoid a fall and thereby minimize injury.
2. The ability to generate maximum force in a short time (power) may be crucial to preserve life in a life-threatening situation.
3. Maintaining speed can be especially important for elderly people who may need to cross an intersection safely.

1. Agility Test
2. Balance Test
3. Coordination Test
4. Power Test
5. Reaction Time Test
6. Speed Test

1. Table 10.1 for men
2. Table 10.2 for women

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