Athletic performance
Definition
Athletic performance refers to an individual's ability to perform physical activities related to sports or exercise.
Analogy
Imagine athletic performance as fuel efficiency in cars. Just as some cars are designed with better fuel efficiency, athletes vary in their ability to perform physically based on factors like strength, endurance, and skill.
Related terms
Endurance: Endurance refers to the ability of an athlete to sustain prolonged physical activity without getting exhausted.
Strength: Strength relates to an athlete's capacity for exerting force against resistance during physical activities.
Skill: Skill represents the level of proficiency an athlete has in performing specific techniques or movements necessary for their sport.
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