Year 7

How can we train cardiorespiratory fitness?

In this lesson, we will learn what cardiorespiratory fitness is and develop an understanding on how to train focussing on it. We will learn how to use continuous training methods to develop stamina and the ability to sustain prolonged physical activity.

Year 7

How can we train cardiorespiratory fitness?

In this lesson, we will learn what cardiorespiratory fitness is and develop an understanding on how to train focussing on it. We will learn how to use continuous training methods to develop stamina and the ability to sustain prolonged physical activity.

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Lesson details

Key learning points

  1. Pupils will learn about cardiovascular endurance, in particualr continuous training.
  2. Pupils will demonstrate the ability to sustain continuous physical activity for a prolonged period of time.
  3. Pupils will understand the role of oxygen in sustaining physical activity.
  4. Pupils will learn about both short and long-term effects of exercise.
  5. Pupils will learn about resilience in more detail.

Equipment

Something to use as markers (e.g. T-shirt), 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 need to keep moving with no rest periods?
Boxing.
Correct answer: Marathon running.
Netball.
Q2.
True or false, the term cardio relates to the heart.
False.
Correct answer: True.
Q3.
When should a cool-down be completed?
Correct answer: After physical exercise.
Before physical exercise.

5 Questions

Q1.
What is continuous training?
A series of exercises performed at stations.
Periods of intense work, with breaks in the session.
Correct answer: Working for a sustained period of time with no rests.
Q2.
What is the diaphragm?
The muscle at the back of the upper leg.
The muscle at the top of the leg.
Correct answer: The muscle underneath the lungs.
The name of the heart muscle.
Q3.
What is the minimum duration continuous training should last for?
1 minute.
10 minutes.
Correct answer: 15 minutes.
30 minutes.
Q4.
What is not a benefit of regular continuous training?
Improved heart strength.
Improved mental health.
Improved resilience.
Correct answer: Increased risk of obesity.
Q5.
What waste gas is produced during exercise?
Correct answer: Carbon dioxide.
Carbon monoxide.
Nitrogen.
Oxygen.