What best defines complex motor activities?

Complex motor activities are best defined as those that require the integration of more than one skill. This definition encompasses a range of movements and tasks that involve coordination, balance, strength, agility, and timing, which often must work together concurrently to perform effectively. For example, activities such as gymnastics or team sports require individuals to combine various skills such as running, jumping, throwing, and catching.

By contrast, activities that involve a single skill would be classified as simple motor activities, as they do not necessitate the simultaneous use of multiple skills. The emphasis on complexity also rules out competitive nature as a defining characteristic; many complex motor activities can be performed in non-competitive settings. Similarly, the environment in which these activities are performed—whether indoors or outdoors—does not determine their complexity. The essence of complex motor activities lies in their requirement for multiple skills and the nuanced coordination of those skills during performance.