| Definition | Related to the overall well-being, functioning, and health of an individual's body. | Pertains to an individual's ability to perform specific physical tasks or skills effectively. |
| Primary Focus | Focuses on factors that contribute to overall health and disease prevention. | Focuses on developing specific physical abilities and skills required for sports or activities. |
| Components | Includes cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, body composition. | Includes agility, balance, coordination, speed, power, reaction time. |
| Measured Indicators | Assessed through indicators like blood pressure, cholesterol levels, body mass index (BMI), and overall health markers. | Assessed through performance-based tests and measurements specific to the skill or sport in question. |
| Goals | Aims to promote overall health, reduce the risk of chronic diseases, and enhance daily functioning. | Aims to improve specific physical attributes, skills, and performance in chosen activities or sports. |
| Training Approach | Encourages a balanced exercise program that targets multiple components of health-related fitness. | Often involves sport-specific training and drills tailored to the requirements of a particular activity or sport. |
| Suitability | Relevant to individuals seeking general fitness and improved health. | Relevant to athletes, sports enthusiasts, or individuals training for specific activities or sports. |
| Importance for Daily Life | Enhances the ability to perform daily tasks, maintain a healthy lifestyle, and prevent chronic diseases. | May have less direct impact on daily life but enhances performance and success in chosen sports or activities. |
| Examples of Activities | Activities like walking, swimming, weightlifting, or yoga. | Sports like basketball, soccer, tennis, as well as specific training drills and exercises for these sports. |
| Testing and Assessment | May involve medical assessments, such as blood tests and body composition measurements. | Involves performance tests like agility drills, timed sprints, or sport-specific evaluations. |
| Cross-Training | Encourages cross-training to improve overall fitness and health. | Primarily involves sport-specific training with less emphasis on cross-training. |
| Longevity | Promotes long-term health and fitness for a lifetime. | May have a shorter-term focus, especially for competitive athletes. |
