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Lesson 1 - Sustained Running & Jumping

Power, Endurance & Teamwork

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Year 2

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Athletics

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Big Question

How can we work together to improve our running endurance and accuracy in jumping and throwing activities?

Learning Objectives

To run individually for a sustained period and understand personal limits
To discuss thoughts and feelings about physical challenges and exercise
To work cooperatively with a partner to complete jumping and throwing tasks with accuracy

Key Outcomes

Students will demonstrate improved running endurance and self-awareness of their capabilities
Students will articulate their feelings about physical challenges using appropriate vocabulary
Students will successfully work in partnership to achieve jumping and throwing targets

Equipment & Resources Required

Cones

20-30

Used for marking running course and throwing targets

Alternative: Markers, spots, or plastic bottles

Balls

1 per pair (15)

One per pair for throwing activities

Alternative: Soft balls, tennis balls, or rolled socks

Stopwatch

For timing running activities

Alternative: Phone timer or large digital clock

Hoops

10-15

For target practice extensions

Alternative: Chalk circles or rope circles

Pencils

2-3

For recording running times

Alternative: Laminated sheets with dry-wipe pens

Key Vocabulary

Sustained

Continuing for a long time without stopping

Endurance

The ability to keep going for a long time

Two-footed jump

Jumping and landing with both feet together

Underarm throw

Throwing with arm moving upward from below

Overarm throw

Throwing with arm moving over the shoulder

Marker

Something used to show where an activity finished

Target

Something you aim at when throwing

Skill Progression Pathway

Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going

Prior Learning

Basic running technique with arms swinging
Simple two-footed jumping on the spot
Underarm throwing with bean bags
Following simple instructions and rules

Current Skills

Running for sustained periods (30 seconds to 3 minutes)
Self-assessment of physical capabilities
Two-footed jumping in sequence
Accurate throwing to targets
Partner cooperation and communication

Next Steps

Running with pacing strategies
Standing long jump technique
Overarm throwing for distance
Team relay running

Milestone Indicators

Can run continuously for 1-2 minutes

Shows awareness of breathing and heart rate

Demonstrates consistent jumping technique

Accurately throws to targets within 3 metres

Key Teaching Points

Sustained running is about pacing and endurance, not speed - emphasise personal improvement over competition
Apply four running secrets: steady start, proper breathing, light footwork, personal focus
Encourage honest reflection about feelings toward physical challenges - all feelings are valid
Partner cooperation requires clear communication, fair turn-taking, and mutual support
Jumping technique: two feet together for takeoff and landing, no steps between jumps
Throwing accuracy improves with practice and appropriate technique selection for distance
Physical activity benefits overall health and wellbeing - normalize getting out of breath

Common Misconceptions

Sustained running means running as fast as possible - correct by emphasising pacing and endurance over speed
Everyone should run for the same amount of time - reinforce that personal challenge and improvement matter most
Getting out of breath during exercise is bad - explain this is normal and healthy when exercising appropriately
Only athletic students can succeed at running activities - show that everyone can improve with practice and proper technique
Throwing hard always gives better accuracy - demonstrate how controlled, aimed throws are more effective
Competition makes activities more fun - emphasise how cooperation and personal goals create positive experiences

SEN Adaptations

ADHD

Shorter activity bursts with frequent changes, clear movement boundaries, regular positive feedback, structured partner rotations

dyspraxia

Break activities into smaller steps, use larger targets initially, provide extra practice time, visual cues for movement patterns

autism spectrum

Provide clear visual schedule of activities, consistent routines, quiet zone available, predictable structure throughout lesson

visual impairment

Use brightly coloured equipment, provide verbal descriptions of course layout, buddy system for safety, tactile markers for boundaries

hearing impairment

Visual demonstrations of all activities, written instruction cards, hand signals for start/stop, clear visual cues for timing

physical disability

Modify running to walking or wheelchair racing, adapt jumping to stepping or seated movements, adjust throwing distances and heights

Cross-Curricular Links

English

Vocabulary development for describing feelings and physical sensations, discussion skills, listening and speaking in pairs and groups

Maths

Calculating running times using addition, measuring jumping distances, counting jumps and throws, time problem solving

Science

Understanding heart rate and breathing changes during exercise, forces in jumping and throwing, body systems during physical activity

PSHE

Personal goal setting, dealing with challenges, teamwork and cooperation, emotional vocabulary development, health and wellbeing

Teacher Guidance

Positioning

Move around perimeter of activities to maintain visual contact with all students, position near finish line during running to record times

Observation Focus

Watch for application of running techniques, cooperation during partner work, and appropriate challenge levels for all students

Intervention Points

Step in if students showing signs of over-exertion, unfair competition, or unsafe throwing practices

Demonstration Notes

Demonstrate: Show clear difference between pacing strategies, exaggerate correct breathing technique, model positive partner encouragement

Verbal Cues

•'Remember your breathing pattern!'
•'Stay light on your feet!'
•'This is your personal challenge!'
•'Great teamwork - help each other succeed!'

Safety Considerations

Space & Surface Requirements

Space Requirements

Large hall or outdoor area minimum 20m x 30m for running course and throwing activities

Surface Check

Dry, even surface free from trip hazards, holes, or slippery areas

Equipment Safety

Safety Checks

•Check cones have no sharp edges or cracks
•Ensure beanbags are securely stitched with no loose filling
•Verify hoops are intact with no sharp edges

Risk Management

Key Risks

•Collisions during running activities
•Trips and falls from running or jumping
•Being hit by thrown objects
•Over-exertion during sustained running

Risk Mitigation

•Clear running course boundaries with adequate space
•All throwing in same direction with clear safety zones
•Regular rest periods and hydration breaks
•Emphasis on personal challenge, not competition
•Teacher supervision of all activities

Supervision & Emergency Procedures

Supervision Points

•Position for clear view of entire running course
•Monitor for signs of over-exertion during running
•Ensure no crossing paths during throwing activities
•Watch for appropriate effort levels in all students

Emergency Procedures

Stop all activity immediately, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid, contact school office if needed