Which statement best defines Speed?

• A. The ability to combine several distinct movement patterns into a singular distinct movement.
• B. The ability to maximize the range of motion at a joint.
• C. The ability to minimize the time cycle of a repeated movement.
• D. The ability to deliver oxygen to muscles.

Answer: (C)

Speed is the rate at which you move, specifically your ability to shorten the time it takes to complete a repetition or movement cycle. In practice, this means finishing repetitions faster while keeping proper form, so your time per rep drops and your work rate increases. The statement that best defines speed captures that idea of reducing the time cycle of a movement.

Other ideas describe different attributes: combining movement patterns describes flow or sequencing, maximizing range of motion is about mobility or flexibility, and delivering oxygen to muscles relates to endurance or cardiovascular capacity. These influence performance but are not the direct definition of speed. To improve speed, focus on maintaining technique while increasing how quickly the movement is performed.