Year 9 Health Related Fitness

1 Unit · 6 Lessons · 26 Activities

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Teams of 2-4 students complete the multi-stage fitness test by taking turns running shuttles, requiring teamwork, communication, pacing strategy, and shared cardiovascular effort
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High-intensity circuit combining boxing techniques with cardiovascular challenges in rotating station format
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Student-led cool-down combining physical recovery with thoughtful reflection on boxing techniques and resilience development
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Partner-based boxing technique practice using focus pads to develop jab, cross, hook, and uppercut punches
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Progressive cardiovascular warm-up incorporating jogging, dynamic stretches (arm circles, high knees, butt kicks), walking lunges, leg swings, and ball familiarisation activities to prepare the body for vigourous circuit training
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Structured reflection and analysis activity where students compare fitness test results before and after fatigue to understand performance impacts
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High-intensity circuit designed to induce controlled fatigue through varied exercises targeting different muscle groups and energy systems
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Strategic team relay where students complete a circuit of five fitness component stations, assigning team members based on their tested strengths for optimal performance
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Team game with position rotation to experience different fitness component demands while monitoring heart rate changes
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Interactive discussion and movement activity to activate prior knowledge of health-related fitness components
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Interactive exploration of health-related and skill-related fitness components through sporting examples and position analysis
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Students record their fitness performance data and analyse connections between their strengths and sporting applications
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Interactive discussion exploring FITT principles and their practical application to training programme design
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Interactive challenge where students apply FITT principles to adapt training scenarios for different goals
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Structured assessment activity where students complete self-assessment and peer assessment using a Head/Hands/Heart matrix with four performance levels (Emerging, Developing, Secure, Mastering) covering knowledge, physical skills, and attitude
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Students learn to use heart rate monitoring technology and compare it with manual measurement methods
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Progressive cardiovascular endurance test where students run 20m shuttles in time with audio beeps that progressively increase in speed until they can no longer maintain the pace
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Partners test reaction time using ruler drop method with competitive elements
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Students select appropriate exercise intensity levels across multiple fitness stations, applying overload principles
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Comprehensive circuit testing reaction time, balance, coordination, and agility with precise measurement protocols
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Standardised fitness test measuring leg power through maximum horizontal jump distance from standing position, with accurate measurement and recording
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Small groups plan and deliver comprehensive warm-ups for the whole class
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Structured cool-down activity combining physical recovery with learning consolidation and student leadership development
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Student-led cool-down featuring gradual cardiovascular reduction through gentle jogging and walking, followed by static development stretches for major muscle groups (overhead stretch, quadriceps, hamstrings, shoulders) to aid recovery
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