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How can we train muscular endurance?

In this lesson, we will learn what muscular endurance is and develop an understanding of how to train, focusing on it. We will learn how to use circuit training as a training method and apply this to shadow boxing and martial arts.

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How can we train muscular endurance?

In this lesson, we will learn what muscular endurance is and develop an understanding of how to train, focusing on it. We will learn how to use circuit training as a training method and apply this to shadow boxing and martial arts.

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Key learning points

  1. Pupils will learn about muscular endurance through shadow boxing, martial arts and circuit training.
  2. Pupils will learn to perform and reproduce the basic shadow boxing or martial art techniques.
  3. Pupils will learn to understand how to build a basic circuit focussed on improving muscular endurance.
  4. Pupils will learn how to overcome personal challenge.
  5. Pupils will gain knowledge of basic anatomy.

Equipment

2m hallway (clearance)

Content guidance

  • Physical activity required.

Supervision

Adult supervision recommended

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This content is made available by Oak National Academy Limited and its partners and licensed under Oak’s terms & conditions (Collection 1), except where otherwise stated.

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3 Questions

Q1.
In which sport do performers use a jab and uppercut?

Correct answer: Boxing.
Football.
Netball.

Q2.
True or false, muscular endurance is the ability to continuously contract a muscle without fatigue.

False.
Correct answer: True.

Q3.
What should you do just before starting any type of exercise?

Correct answer: Complete a warm up.
Each a large meal.
Take a cold shower.

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5 Questions

Q1.
What is circuit training?

A combination of fast and slow running.
Correct answer: A series of exercises performed at stations.
Working for a sustained period of time with no rests.

Q2.
How can you vary intensity during circuit training? Select two options from the list below.

Correct answer: Change the rest between stations.
Correct answer: Change the time of work at each station.
Change the training method.

Q3.
What strike is being described? A punch thrown using the rear hand that travels across your body.

Bout.
Correct answer: Cross.
Guard.
Jab.

Q4.
What muscles are in the upper arm?

Gluteals.
Hamstrings.
Quadriceps.
Correct answer: Triceps.

Q5.
What is the term used to describe linking different martial arts strikes?

Correct answer: Combo.
Move.
Number.
Routine.

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UnitPhysical education / Health related exercise activity: components of fitness

Physical education

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