Athletic Foundations: Endurance to Power
Health Related Fitness
•Year 3
•6 Lessons
This unit introduces Year 3 students to comprehensive fitness training through a carefully structured journey that builds both physical capabilities and mental resilience. The focus is on developing foundational athletic qualities - stamina, flexibility, strength, power, and speed - while fostering a positive relationship with fitness through varied, engaging activities. Through mindful movement and progressive challenges, students learn to understand their bodies, embrace effort, and celebrate personal improvement.
Lessons in This Unit
6 lessons in this unit
Lesson 1
Big Question:
How can we train our bodies to keep going even when we feel tired?
Key Objectives:
- • To understand what stamina means and how to develop it through exercise
- • To sustain physical performance over extended periods of time
Lesson 2
Big Question:
How can yoga help us become more flexible in both our bodies and minds?
Key Objectives:
- • To perform a variety of yoga poses with control and balance
- • To understand the importance of flexibility and relaxation in daily life
Lesson 3
Big Question:
How can developing our core strength help us become better athletes and improve our performance in all sports?
Key Objectives:
- • To demonstrate good core strength through sustained exercises
- • To understand the importance of core strength and flexibility in sports performance
Lesson 4
Big Question:
How can explosive jumping movements make us more powerful athletes?
Key Objectives:
- • To develop dynamic jumping and landing skills
- • To understand what plyometrics are and their benefits in sport
Lesson 5
Big Question:
How can I use my whole body to sprint as fast as possible?
Key Objectives:
- • Develop proper sprinting technique including start and finish positions
- • Understand how different body parts work together for speed
Lesson 6
Big Question:
How can we measure our fitness improvements and enjoy challenging ourselves?
Key Objectives:
- • To refine fitness techniques and improve personal bests
- • To understand the importance of cool-down and stretching after exercise