4-Minute Endurance Challenge
A personal endurance challenge where students attempt to run continuously for 4 minutes around a marked perimeter
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About This Activity
A personal endurance challenge where students attempt to run continuously for 4 minutes around a marked perimeter
Quick Info
high
20
25m x 25m minimum for safe perimeter running
Equipment Required
Cones
4
Stopwatch
1
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Health Related Fitness
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Engaging
Challenging
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Perseverance
Cooperation
Space
Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor
Skills
Stamina
Team Play
Endurance
Weather
All Weather
Teaching Focus
Group Work
Personal Challenge
Activity Type
Fitness Activity
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