Sports & Fitness: Performance Training, Rules & Recovery

Elite athletic performance and general fitness are sustained through structured hypertrophy strategies, sport-specific conditioning, and rigorous adherence to injury prevention protocols.

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Six Components of Fitness Related to Motor Skills

The six components of motor skills related to fitness are agility, balance, coordination, power, reaction time and speed, according to Glencoe/McGraw-Hill Education. A motor skill is associated with muscle activity.

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5 Activities for Muscular Strength

Increase muscular strength to appear more physically fit and attractive as you reap the benefits of improved sports performance and ability to handle daily activities. Do resistance training exercises, using an ever-increasing amount of weight or resistance to build muscular strength.

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The Effects of Body Temperature on Heart Rate

A normal human body temperature should measure 98.6 F, according to Medline Plus, a service of the National Library of Medicine. Medline Plus also states a normal pulse should be 60 to 100 beats per minute for adults.

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Requirements for the Different Gymnastics Levels

The national governing body in the USA is the USAG, or the United States of America Gymnastics. The USAG has established 10 Junior Olympic levels, according to the World of Gymnastics. Beyond the tenth level, a gymnast competes in elite gymnastics.

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Mental & Physical Benefits of Swimming

Swimming is fun, and it provides a multitude of mental and physical benefits. Swimming is the second most popular sport in the United States, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Kids love to swim at the pool or the beach but this healthful activity is not just for children.

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