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Fitness Fundamentals Unleashed

PE • Year alevel • 180 • 25 students • Created with AI following Aligned with National Curriculum for England

PE
lYear alevel
180
25 students
21 April 2025

Teaching Instructions

Know the principles of safe and effective exercise sessions Principles of fitness training: components of fitness (strength, aerobic endurance, muscular endurance, flexibility, body composition); adaptations to training, eg hypertrophy, increased muscle tone, decreased resting heart rate, increased stroke volume; FITT principles (frequency, intensity, time, type) Health and safety: PAR-Q (physical activity readiness questionnaire); contraindications; risk assessments Warm-up: functions; components (raising of the pulse, dynamic stretches); duration; types of warm-up, eg specific (aerobic routines), general (low repetitions on resistance machines) Cool down: functions; components (lowering of the pulse, stretches, eg developmental, proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation – PNF)

Fitness Fundamentals Unleashed

Lesson Overview

This detailed lesson plan is designed for a 180-minute session focusing on the principles of safe and effective exercise sessions. Students will engage in activities that promote understanding and application of fitness components, health and safety considerations, warm-up and cool-down routines, and the FITT principles.

Class Details

  • Class Size: 25 Students
  • Age Group: A-Level Students (16-18 years)
  • Duration: 180 minutes
  • Location: School Gymnasium and Outdoor Space

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this session, students will be able to:

  1. Explain the components of fitness and their significance.
  2. Apply the FITT principles to create a safe and effective training programme.
  3. Conduct a PAR-Q and identify contraindications and risk assessments.
  4. Demonstrate effective warm-up and cool-down strategies in practical scenarios.

Curriculum Framework

This lesson aligns with the UK National Curriculum for Physical Education and the A-Level Physical Education framework, promoting physical competence and understanding of health-related fitness concepts.

Key Standards

  • Recognise the importance of the principles of training.
  • Understand health and safety regulations in physical activity contexts.
  • Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of different exercise routines and their adaptations.

Equipment Required

  • PAR-Q forms (printed)
  • Access to basic gym equipment (e.g., resistance machines, mats)
  • Stopwatch
  • Whiteboard and markers
  • Stretching bands
  • First Aid kit

Lesson Structure

1. Introduction (15 minutes)

  • Objectives: Introduce the session’s aims and outline the content.
  • Activities:
    • Welcome students.
    • Briefly discuss why safe and effective exercise is crucial.
    • Share the agenda for the session.

2. Theoretical Component: Principles of Fitness Training (30 minutes)

  • Objective: Understand components of fitness and adaptations to training.
  • Activities:
    • Interactive Lecture: Use the whiteboard to detail the five components of fitness: strength, aerobic endurance, muscular endurance, flexibility, and body composition.
    • Discussion: In small groups, students will discuss adaptations like hypertrophy, muscle tone, decreased resting heart rate, and increased stroke volume.
    • FITT Principles Overview: Explain frequency, intensity, time, and type through real-world application scenarios.

3. Health and Safety: PAR-Q and Assessments (30 minutes)

  • Objective: Conduct effective health screenings and risk assessments.
  • Activities:
    • Workshop: Distribute PAR-Q forms and guide students through completion.
    • Class Discussion: Identify common contraindications and the importance of risk assessments in physical activity.

4. Warm-Up Techniques (30 minutes)

  • Objective: Learn functions and components of warm-ups.
  • Activities:
    • Demonstration: Explain the significance of raising the pulse and dynamic stretches.
    • Practical Exercise: Lead students through a specific warm-up routine (e.g., aerobic routines and low rep resistance exercises) focusing on different muscle groups.

5. Practical Application: Creating a Training Programme (30 minutes)

  • Objective: Apply theoretical knowledge to design a practical training session.
  • Activities:
    • Group Work: In groups, students create a mini training programme using the FITT principles.
    • Presentation: Each group presents their programme, explaining their choices of exercises and considerations for safety.

6. Cool Down Techniques (30 minutes)

  • Objective: Understand and apply cool-down methods.
  • Activities:
    • Demonstration: Discuss the functions of a cool-down and its importance, showcasing developmental and PNF stretches.
    • Practical Application: Class participates in a guided cool-down routine following an energising activity to consolidate learning.

7. Conclusion and Reflection (15 minutes)

  • Objective: Recap key learnings and promote self-evaluation.
  • Activities:
    • Invite students to reflect on what they have learned during the session.
    • Close discussion on the importance of safe exercise practices in their fitness journeys.

Assessment

  • Continuous assessment through group participation, presentations, and practical demonstrations.
  • Optional: Individual reflective journal entries on their learning experience.

Additional Notes

  • Encourage an ethos of teamwork, respect, and inclusivity throughout the session.
  • Adapt activities to meet students' individual fitness levels and capabilities.
  • Remind students of the importance of hydration before, during, and after exercise.

This dynamic and comprehensive lesson plan will not only engage A-level students but also equip them with essential life skills pertinent to fitness and well-being.

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