Give two practical examples of cardiovascular endurance/stamina.
marathon running, jogging
Give two suitable tests for cardiovascular endurance/stamina/
Cooper run, multi stage fitness test
Give two practical examples of muscular endurance.
rowing, cycling
Give two suitable tests for muscular endurance.
press ups, sit ups
Give two practical examples of speed.
sprinting, cricket bowling
Give a suitable test for speed.
30m sprint test
Give two practical examples of strength.
weightlifting, rugby
Give two suitable tests for strength.
grip strength dynamometer and one repetition maximum
Give two practical examples of power.
basketball, football
Give a suitable test for power.
standing/vertical jump test
Give two practical examples of flexibility.
dance, swimming
Give a suitable test for flexibility.
sit and reach test
Give two practical examples of agility.
netball, volleyball
Give a suitable test for agility.
illinois agility test
Give two practical examples of balance.
gymnastics, martial arts
Give a suitable test for balance.
stork stand test
Give two practical examples of coordination.
badminton, golf
Give a suitable test for coordination.
wall throw test
Give two practical examples of reaction time.
sprinting, table tennis
Give a suitable test for reaction time.
ruler drop test
What does SOPR (the principles of training) stand for?
specificity, overload, progression, reversibility
What does FITT (optimisation of training) stand for?
frequency, intensity, time, type
What are the three main types of training?
continuous training, fartlek training, interval training
What four types of training can be classified as interval training?
circuit training, weight training, plyometrics, HIIT
What are the five components of a warm-up?
pulse raising, mobility, stretching, dynamic movements, skill rehearsal
What are the two main physical benefits of a warm-up?
increasing muscle temperature and increasing heart rate
What are the two components of a cool-down?
low intensity exercise and stretching
What are the three main physical benefits of a cool-down?
returning to the resting state, gradual lowering of heart/breathing rates, stretches muscles
Give five ways to minimise the risk of injury during exercise.
using PPE, correct clothing/footwear, appropriate level of competition, lifting and carrying equipment safely, using a warm-up and cool-down