Ultimate 130-Second Pacing Challenge
Culminating challenge where students apply pacing strategies to run continuously for over 2 minutes without stopping
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About This Activity
Culminating challenge where students apply pacing strategies to run continuously for over 2 minutes without stopping
Quick Info
high
20
40m x 30m minimum for safe group running
Equipment Required
Boundary Markers
12-16
Stopwatch/timer
1
Water bottles
Class set
Sun Markers
As needed
Stopwatch
As needed
Suitable For
Year 5
Year 4
Year 6
Suitable Sports
Athletics
Activity Tags
Competition
Non-Competitive
Skills
Running
Passing
Endurance
Features
Progressive
Engaging
Challenging
Values
Teamwork
Perseverance
Cooperation
Intensity
High Intensity
Equipment
Markers Required
Space
Outdoor
Weather
All Weather
Teaching Focus
Group Work
Personal Challenge
Activity Type
Fitness Activity
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