a comparison of the duration of a work period (active exercise) to the duration of a rest period (recovery between efforts) within a training session

the group of muscles that support the trunk and pelvis to stabilise the body, maintain balance and provide the foundation for movement

a situation that makes an exercise inadvisable or potentially harmful

Developing core strength

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Combining core strength with sprint work

Warm up

Training intensity: can you combine a core workout with sprint work?

Physical education

Training intensity: how long can you keep working at a high intensity?

This unit will develop pupils’ ability to design and carry out a training programme with a focus on physical fitness and commitment to exercise that is enjoyable and tailored. Pupils will also learn about nutrition to help support them in living a healthy and active life beyond school.

Remote learning: health, fitness and wellbeing

Physical activity and equipment requiring safe use

Risk assessment required - physical activity

the total volume of repetitions performed in a single set

the use of body weight as resistance instead of external weights

the use of the Stretch-Shortening Cycle (SSC)

What is the single most critical factor that distinguishes a true plyometric exercise from a regular jump, like a box jump?

Which of the following is **not** a benefit of improved core strength?

What builds up in your muscles during sprint training that causes fatigue and discomfort?

Which of the following exercises typically places the most strength demands on your body?

a complete sequence of an exercise to include the downward and upward phase

the brief rest period between sets to allow for muscle recovery

the lifting or accelerating phase of the movement

neurotransmitters that regulate sleep cycles and enhance cognitive ability

proteins that stimulate muscle tissue repair and promote the growth of new cells

natural opioids that reduce perception of pain and inducing feelings of pleasure

hormones that cause the breakdown of fat stores for energy during exercise

What is the primary function of endorphins?

the body producing less carbon dioxide due to a reduced energy output

a general state of tiredness resulting in reduced physical strength

total loss of consciousness or ability to respond due to physical overexertion

Which of the following exercises is least likely to help improve your posture?

Training intensity: can you combine a core workout with sprint work?

Lesson outcome

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