Running Readiness Warm-up
Progressive warm-up sequence preparing students for running activities through stretching, marching, and gentle jogging
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About This Activity
Progressive warm-up sequence preparing students for running activities through stretching, marching, and gentle jogging
Quick Info
moderate
20
10m x 10m minimum
Suitable For
Year 1
Year 2
Suitable Sports
Fundamental Movement Skills
Activity Tags
Teaching Focus
Guided Discovery
Progressive Challenge
Competition
Non-Competitive
Features
Inclusive
Progressive
Engaging
Skills
Warm Up Technique
Running
Endurance
Values
Discipline
Cooperation
Respect
Equipment
No Equipment
Activity Type
Warm Up
Weather
All Weather
Intensity
Low Intensity
Space
Indoor/Outdoor
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