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Body Position Running Laboratory

Scientific exploration of how different head and arm positions affect running speed and efficiency

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About This Activity

Scientific exploration of how different head and arm positions affect running speed and efficiency

Quick Info

moderate
20
10m x 10m minimum

Equipment Required

Space markers

20-30

Sun Markers

As needed

Suitable For

Year 3
Year 5
Year 4

Suitable Sports

Athletics

Activity Tags

Competition

Non-Competitive

Teaching Focus

Cognitive Challenge
Self Assessment

Intensity

Moderate Intensity

Features

Interactive
Engaging
Challenging

Equipment

Minimal Equipment

Values

Self-Control
Cooperation
Respect

Activity Type

Skill Drill

Space

Medium Space
Indoor/Outdoor

Skills

Speed
Body Control
Agility

Weather

All Weather