The dangers of overtraining
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain the dangers of overtraining in bodyweight HIIT exercises.
Key learning points
- Move: keep the correct technique in bodyweight exercises to prevent discomfort and reduce injury risk.
- Think: overtraining can increase the chance of injuries like muscle strains, stress fractures and tendonitis.
- Feel: it is important to listen to your body and know when it is feeling tired or in pain to decrease or stop training.
- Connect: supporting others to complete a HIIT workout builds mutual respect.
Keywords
Muscle strain - an injury where a muscle is overstretched or torn
Fatigue - a state of feeling overly tired
Overuse injuries - damage to bones, muscles or tendons caused by repetitive stress or strain from activities without sufficient rest or recovery time
HIIT - High Intensity Interval Training consisting of short bursts of energy followed by periods of rest
Common misconception
Pupils think squats are only limited to the gym environment.
A squat is a functional whole body exercise to strengthen the lower body which can completed with weights or without (just using bodyweight as resistance), and can be completed anywhere where the space if big enough.
Teacher tip
HIIT workouts can be taken from YouTube or switched to a 'Just Dance' activity.
Equipment
additional materials, mats, timer
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Prior knowledge starter quiz
4 Questions
Q1.Which is the correct angle for the elbows when sprinting / running?
Q2.Which of the following should take place after the heart rate is elevated in a warm up?
Q3.Which of the following do we associate with when motivating others?
Q4.Which chemical is produced when carbohydrates are converted to energy in the absence of oxygen?
Assessment exit quiz
4 Questions
Q1.What is the resistance in a non-weighted squat?
Q2.Tendonitis an example of what type of injury?
Q3.Which of the following is important to reduce risk of injury during a HIIT workout?
Q4.Which word is used when you are in a state of being over tired?
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