Running Gears Practice
Students learn to control running speed by practicing transitions between five different 'gears' like a car, developing pace awareness and control
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Students learn to control running speed by practicing transitions between five different 'gears' like a car, developing pace awareness and control
Quick Info
moderate
20
200m circuit or loop, alternatively 30m x 30m area
Equipment Required
Cones
8-12 for circuit marking
Whistle or voice amplification
1
Whistles
As needed
Suitable For
Year 7
Suitable Sports
Athletics
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Intensity
Moderate Intensity
Teaching Focus
Differentiation
Progressive Challenge
Features
Interactive
Progressive
Engaging
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Values
Teamwork
Cooperation
Respect
Skills
Speed
Body Control
Agility
Endurance
Space
Outdoor
Indoor/Outdoor
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
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