Which set of components are health-related fitness components?

• A. Cardio-respiratory fitness, Body composition, Flexibility, Muscular endurance, Strength
• B. Agility, Balance, Coordination
• C. Reaction Time and Power
• D. All of the above

Answer: (A)

Distinguishing health-related fitness components from skill-related ones helps you see what aspects matter most for overall health and daily functioning. Health-related components are the elements that support general health, reduce disease risk, and improve everyday activities. Cardio-respiratory fitness, body composition, flexibility, muscular endurance, and muscular strength fit this group because improving them benefits heart and lung function, metabolic health, joint mobility, and the ability to perform daily tasks over time. The other items—agility, balance, coordination, reaction time, and power—are more about performing movements efficiently and quickly in sports or specialized tasks, which is characteristic of skill-related fitness. Since the question asks for the set of health-related fitness components, the set that includes those health-focused items is the best choice.