Edexcel GCSE Physical Education · 1PE0
Specification 3.2.1, 3.2.4, 1.1.1 · Paper 1, Paper 2
The ability of the heart and lungs to supply oxygen to working muscles so that whole-body exercise can continue for a prolonged period; also called aerobic endurance.
Revise: Components of fitnessCardiovascular fitness, also called aerobic endurance, is the ability of the heart and lungs to supply oxygen to working muscles so that whole-body exercise can continue for a prolonged period. Working muscles need oxygen during sustained aerobic activity. Good cardiovascular fitness therefore helps a long-distance swimmer maintain effort throughout a race.
- Revise: Specific fitness tests