Physical Endurance
| Definition: |
The time span between the beginning of physical activity by an individual and the termination because of exhaustion. |
| Notes: |
differs from PHYSICAL FITNESS in that here the emphasis is on "endurance" |
| Previously Indexed: |
Exertion (1966-1976),Fatigue (1966-1976) |
Physical Endurance Categories.
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Exercise Tolerance - The exercise capacity of an individual as measured by endurance (maximal exercise duration and/or maximal attained work load) during an EXERCISE TEST. |
Physical Endurance Definitions and Terms
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