🏃‍♀️ Part 1: Understanding Movement Principles

1. Which movement principle is most important for a gymnast performing on a balance beam?

Force

Balance

Speed

Flexibility

2. A rugby player needs good _____________ to catch a pass whilst running at full speed.

Coordination

Strength

Endurance

Power

3. Which movement principles are needed for a successful basketball free throw? (Select all that apply)

Balance

Timing

Force

Coordination

4. Flow in movement refers to:

Moving as fast as possible

Smooth, continuous movement without stops

Using maximum force

Perfect balance at all times

💭 Part 2: Applying Movement Principles

5. Describe a specific physical activity you participate in and explain how TWO movement principles help improve your performance in this activity.

6. Your friend is struggling to kick a football accurately. Which movement principles would you focus on to help them improve, and why?

7. Complete the following statements about movement principles:

a) Good timing in a tennis serve means ___________________________

b) Coordination is important in swimming because ___________________________

c) A dancer needs good flow to ___________________________

🎯 Part 3: Design Your Movement

8. Design a simple movement sequence (3-4 actions) that demonstrates at least TWO movement principles. Describe your sequence and explain which principles you are using.

My movement sequence:

Movement principles I'm using and how:

9. Reflection: How can understanding movement principles help you improve your overall physical performance and wellbeing?

Movement Principles in Action

Movement Principles in Action

🏃‍♀️ Part 1: Understanding Movement Principles

💭 Part 2: Applying Movement Principles

🎯 Part 3: Design Your Movement

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