Table 1.
Definitions of different types of physical movements
Definitions | |
Movement | Active or passive change in the position of the body |
Physical activity | Any type of physical movement that consumes the subject's energy |
Physical function | A series of increasing steps, with the highest level consisting of the most advanced activities of daily life, the fulfillment of social roles and the pursuit of recreational activities |
Exercise | Planned performance of systematically repeated movements to accomplish skills, maintain and strengthen physical condition, and improve performance |
Sport | Exercise with a focus on physical achievement, competition, and fun |