Types of training: can you complete a circuit training session?
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can complete a basic circuit training session to improve my fitness.
Key learning points
- Move: completing exercises correctly and safely will develop your strength and endurance.
- Think: heart rate, breathing rate and body temperature all increase in response to exercise.
- Feel: being able to keep going with challenging exercises requires determination.
- Connect: giving support to others can help you achieve higher outcomes.
Keywords
Circuit - a series of exercises performed one after another, with little or no rest, to work different parts of the body
Station - a set place where you complete one specific exercise before moving to the next
Determination - the drive to keep working towards a goal
Common misconception
You need to go to a gym to build muscle strength and endurance.
Body weight exercises, that require little or no equipment, can be performed in a safe space in your own home and can be incredibly effective at building muscular strength, endurance and general fitness.
Equipment
A clear and safe space to perform body weight exercises and a stopwatch
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What is the recommended minimum amount of physical activity (exercise) that people aged 5-18 should aim for every day?
Q2.Which of the following is the best way to describe a cardiovascular exercise goal?
Q3.What is the main purpose of the quick breaks between exercise stations in a circuit training workout?
Q4.In addition to healthy eating, what does getting enough sleep help your body do when you are 11 or 12 years old?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What is it called when you complete a series of body weight exercises at different stations to improve your fitness?
Q2.Which of the following reduces during exercise?
Q3.What is required to be able to keep going when exercises get challenging?
Q4.Which of the following exercises does not work the lower body?
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