GCSE Physical Education (9-1) Suitable for new GCSE PE Specification Introduction into the different types of muscles situated in the body and the names (and locations) of the major skeletal ones. Learning objectives: Understand the main types of muscles Describe the different types of muscles and their location in the body Explain the importance of muscles in terms of health and fitness Also includes: Table to complete of where major muscles are located Homework task

GCSE Physical Education (9-1) Suitable for new GCSE PE Specification Recap over the names and locations of the major muscles found in the body plus an introduction to how muscles work antagonistically and the different contractions they produce. Learning objectives: Understand how muscles work together to cause movements. Understand the different ways in which muscles contract. Also includes: Activity tasks Labeling a diagram Exam question

GCSE Physical Education (9-1) Suitable for new GCSE PE Specification Introduction into “The Respiratory System” including all the components that make up this system, how oxygen passes through, gaseous exchange, mechanics of breathing plus what happens during exercise. Learning objectives: Understand each component of the respiratory system Describe the pathway of air into and out of the lungs Understand gaseous exchange at the alveoli and the features that assist this process Also includes: Starter activity Video clip Labeling a diagram Cut and paste task Fill-in-the-gaps

GCSE Physical Education (9-1) Suitable for new GCSE PE Specification Introduction into “Lung Volumes” including the key terms associated as well as analysing a spirometer graph. Learning objectives: Understand and interpret each lung volumes Understand a spirometer trace Also includes: Worksheet Exam question ‘Test Yourself’ assessment

GCSE Physical Education (9-1) Suitable for new GCSE PE Specification Introduction into “The Cardiovascular System” including the cardiac cycle, what happens to the distribution of blood when you exercise as well as key terminology. Learning objectives: Understand the sequence of events that occur when the heart beats Distinguish between the key terms systole and diastole Understand the terms cardiac output, stroke volume and heart rate, and the relationship between them Identify the locations on the body where your pulse can be found Homework sheet included.

GCSE Physical Education (9-1) Suitable for new GCSE PE Specification Introduction into "Aerobic and Anaerobic Respiration " including the difference between both energy systems, EPOC, effects after exercise as well as how to recover following exercise. Learning objectives: Understand the differences between aerobic and anaerobic respiration Describe what oxygen debt is Explain the short and long term effects of exercise Also includes: Video clip linked to topic Exam question Test (15 questions)

GCSE Physical Education (9-1) Suitable for new GCSE PE Specification Introduction into the “Principles of Training” including all 5 aspects and their relevance to sport. Learning objectives: Understand that there are different principles that lie behind training methods Describe the different principles that affect performance Explain the components of the FITT principle and how it overlaps with other principles of training Also includes: Exam question Homework task

GCSE Physical Education (9-1) Suitable for new GCSE PE Specification Introduction into “Training Zones and Thresholds” including how to work out maximum heart rate, each different zone and it’s link to respiration and type of fitness Learning objectives: Understand how to calculate your maximum heart rate and use this value to work out how hard you should be working to improve your fitness Describe the differences between the aerobic and anaerobic training zones Explain what improvements will occur if performers train in different zones Also includes: Activity tasks Graph analysis

GCSE Physical Education (9-1) Suitable for new GCSE PE Specification Introduction into the “Methods of Training” including 3 power-points which cover ALL training methods as shown on the specification. Learning objectives: Understand the different methods of training available to a performer Describe each training method and the advantages and disadvantages associated with them Explain which method is better suited to different types of sports performers Also includes: Worksheet to complete on ALL training methods Video clips associated with topic Exam question Activity task

GCSE Physical Education (9-1) Suitable for new GCSE PE Specification Introduction into all three topics "Aggression, Personality and Motivation. Included in this large file are the definitions, types and their link to sporting performance. Learning objectives are provided for each topic. Also includes: Video clips of relevant material Individual activity

GCSE Physical Education (9-1) Suitable for new GCSE PE Specification Introduction into “Technology in Sport” including all the different forms of technology and how they impact performers, sport, officials, spectators and sponsors. Learning objectives: Understand what technology is Describe the positive and negative impact that technology has on physical activity and sport Explain using sporting examples how technology has brought about improvements Also includes: Starter activity Video clips of relevant material Exam question Homework task

GCSE Physical Education (9-1) Suitable for new GCSE PE Specification Introduction into “Guidance” including all the 4 types of guidance and which are better suited for beginners and elite performers. Learning objectives: Understand the different types of guidance available Describe the different types of guidance that can be used Explain which types of guidance are most suited to beginners and elite performers Also includes: Video clip of relevant material Exam question

GCSE Physical Education (9-1) Suitable for new GCSE PE Specification Introduction into “Feedback” including all 6 types of feedback, the pros and cons of each as well as which is better suited for beginners and elite performers. Learning objectives: Understand the different types of feedback available Describe the different types of feedback that can be used Explain which types of feedback are most suited to beginners and elite performers Also includes: Fill-in-the-gaps activity Individual / pair activity

GCSE Physical Education (9-1) Suitable for new GCSE PE Specification Introduction into "Arousal and Stress Management " including what is meant by arousal and how the Inverted-U theory is applicable to fine and gross motor skills. Also included is how to deal with high levels of arousal to improve performance. Learning objectives: Understand what is meant by arousal Describe the stages of the Inverted U Theory and consider where the optimal level of arousal is according to the skill Explain the different techniques that can be utilised to control arousal Also includes: Labeling the Inverted-U graph Video clips of relevant material