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A fitness trainer is testing various components of a client's fitness to design a comprehensive training program. Which combination of tests would provide the MOST complete assessment of the health-related components?

  1. Handgrip dynamometer test, vertical jump, Illinois agility run test, and ruler drop test
  2. Multi-stage fitness test, 1-minute sit-up test, sit-and-reach test, and skin fold caliper measurements
  3. Bicycle ergometry, balance board test, sit-and-reach test, and 50-m sprint test
  4. Yo-yo intermittent recovery test, stick flip test, 1-minute sit-up test, and vertical jump
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Consider Option B: 

  • Combination tests all five health-related components:
    • Cardiorespiratory endurance (multi-stage fitness test),
    • Muscular endurance (1-minute sit-up test),
    • Flexibility (sit-and-reach test)
    • Body composition (skin fold caliper measurements).
    • Muscular strength is the only component not directly tested, though the sit-up test provides some indication.

Other Options:

  • A is incorrect: Primarily tests skill-related components (vertical jump tests power, Illinois agility run tests agility, ruler drop tests reaction time) with only one health-related component (handgrip dynamometer tests muscular strength).
  • C is incorrect: While it includes cardiorespiratory endurance (bicycle ergometry) and flexibility (sit-and-reach), it also includes balance (skill-related) and speed (skill-related) while missing muscular strength, muscular endurance, and body composition.
  • D is incorrect: Includes both health-related components (cardiorespiratory endurance via yo-yo test, muscular endurance via sit-up test) and skill-related components (coordination via stick flip, power via vertical jump) but misses flexibility, muscular strength, and body composition.