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.
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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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Pupils will learn about muscular endurance through shadow boxing, martial arts and circuit training.
- Pupils will learn to perform and reproduce the basic shadow boxing or martial art techniques.
- Pupils will learn to understand how to build a basic circuit focussed on improving muscular endurance.
- Pupils will learn how to overcome personal challenge.
- Pupils will gain knowledge of basic anatomy.
Equipment
2m hallway (clearance)
Content guidance
- Physical activity required.
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
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?
Football.
Netball.
Q2.
True or false, muscular endurance is the ability to continuously contract a muscle without fatigue.
False.
Q3.
What should you do just before starting any type of exercise?
Each a large meal.
Take a cold shower.
5 Questions
Q1.
What is circuit training?
A combination of fast and slow running.
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.
Change the training method.
Q3.
What strike is being described? A punch thrown using the rear hand that travels across your body.
Bout.
Guard.
Jab.
Q4.
What muscles are in the upper arm?
Gluteals.
Hamstrings.
Quadriceps.
Q5.
What is the term used to describe linking different martial arts strikes?
Move.
Number.
Routine.