Agility, flexibility and power
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can define agility, flexibility and power, and consider the appropriate fitness test for each.
Key learning points
- Power can be measured by the vertical jump test.
- Flexibility is the range of motion available at a joint and is measured by the sit and reach test.
- Agility is being able to change direction at speed and is measured by the Illinois agility test.
Keywords
Agility - the ability to control the movements of the whole body and change position quickly
Flexibility - the range of motion of your joints or the ability of your joints to move freely
Power - the ability to undertake strength performance quickly
Common misconception
Thinking that flexibility is only useful for gymnasts or dancers.
Discuss wider examples such as hurdlers, footballers and swimmers that will also benefit from high levels of flexibility.
Teacher tip
Link this to practical lessons where pupils can apply the components of fitness to different activities.
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Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1."The ability to exercise your body for long periods of time" is the definition of which component of fitness?
Q2.The fitness test to measure speed is the metre sprint test.
Q3.Match the fitness test to the correct component of fitness.
one minute sit-up test
one minute press-up test
Cooper 12 minute run/swim
grip strength dynamometer test
Q4.What is the correct definition of muscular endurance?
Q5.Which athlete is most likely to need good cardiovascular fitness to support performance?
Q6.Correctly match the keywords with the definition.
the ability to undertake strength performance quickly
the range of motion of your joints
to control the movements of the whole body and change position quick
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1."The range of motion of a joint" is describing which component of fitness?
Q2.Match the correct definition to the component of fitness.
the range of motion of your joints
to control the movements of the whole body and change position quickly
the ability to undertake strength performance quickly
Q3.Which athlete is most likely to require good agility?
Q4.Identify the correct fitness test for power.
Q5.Which athlete would not need great flexibility?
Q6.Match the component of fitness to the correct fitness test.
vertical jump test
Illinois agility test
sit and reach test
Cooper 12 minute run test
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