a series of exercises performed one after another, with little or no rest, to work different parts of the body

a set place where you complete one specific exercise before moving to the next

Practising exercises with the correct technique

British English CC

Performing a circuit with increasing intensity

Warm up

Types of training: can you complete a circuit training session?

Physical education

Types of training: can you complete a HIIT training session?

Types of training: can you complete a continuous training session?

Types of training: can you complete a flexibility training session?

This unit explores correct bodyweight techniques and training for strength, power, endurance, flexibility, balance and coordination. Pupils learn to adapt exercises, stay safe and understand the physical, mental and social benefits of activity.

Remote learning:  health and fitness

Physical activity and equipment requiring safe use

Risk assessment required - physical activity

What is it called when you complete a series of body weight exercises at different stations to improve your fitness?

Which of the following reduces during exercise?

What is required to be able to keep going when exercises get challenging?

Which of the following exercises does not work the lower body?

What is the recommended minimum amount of physical activity (exercise) that people aged 5-18 should aim for every day?

improving your ability to bend and stretch

strengthening your heart and lungs (stamina)

lifting the heaviest weight you can one time

Which of the following is the best way to describe a cardiovascular exercise goal?

to let muscles recover just enough before working a different muscle group

to allow you to check your phone or text a friend

to let your heart rate drop all the way back to normal

to keep your workout fun and make it feel easier

What is the main purpose of the quick breaks between exercise stations in a circuit training workout?

burn a lot of calories by keeping you moving

make you hungrier so you'll eat a big breakfast

make your muscles tired and release stress hormones

In addition to healthy eating, what does getting enough sleep help your body do when you are 11 or 12 years old?

Types of training: can you complete a circuit training session?

Lesson outcome

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