Pacing Practice Circles
Students practice maintaining consistent pace over multiple laps while learning to feel and control their energy expenditure
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Students practice maintaining consistent pace over multiple laps while learning to feel and control their energy expenditure
Quick Info
moderate
18
40m x 40m minimum for circular track
Equipment Required
Cones
12-16
Stopwatch
1-2
Suitable For
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Athletics
Activity Tags
Features
Adaptable
Progressive
Engaging
Competition
Non-Competitive
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Skills
Power
Body Control
Endurance
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Values
Self-Control
Perseverance
Responsibility
Activity Type
Skill Drill
Space
Medium Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
Teaching Focus
Self Assessment
Personal Challenge
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