Tactical Pacing Discovery Race
Students experience different race tactics to discover the importance of pacing in distance running
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About This Activity
Students experience different race tactics to discover the importance of pacing in distance running
Quick Info
high
16
40m x 40m minimum for circular track
Equipment Required
Cones
15-20
Stopwatch
1
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Athletics
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Teaching Focus
Cognitive Challenge
Problem Solving
Features
Interactive
Engaging
Challenging
Equipment
Minimal Equipment
Cones Required
Values
Teamwork
Sportsmanship
Cooperation
Intensity
High Intensity
Space
Outdoor
Skills
Passing
Decision Making
Endurance
Activity Type
Skill Game
Weather
All Weather
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