July 2005 "9 Elements of Fitness"

Strength - the extent to which muscles can exert force by contracting against resistance (holding or restraining an object or person)

Power - the ability to exert maximum muscular contraction instantly in an explosive burst of movements (jumping or sprint starting)

Agility - the ability to perform a series of explosive power movements in rapid succession in opposing directions (zigzag running or cutting movements)

Balance - the ability to control the body's position, either stationary (e.g. a handstand) or while moving (e.g. a gymnastics routine)

Flexibility - the ability to achieve an extended range of motion without being impeded by excess tissue, i.e. fat or muscle (Executing a leg split)

Local Muscle Endurance - a single muscle's ability to perform sustained work (e.g. rowing or cycling)

Cardiovascular Endurance - the heart's ability to deliver blood to working muscles and their ability to use it (e.g. running long distances)

Strength Endurance - a muscle's ability to perform a maximum contraction time after time (continuous explosive rebounding through an entire basketball game)

Co-ordination - the ability to integrate the above listed components so that effective movements are achieved