NEW UNIT: r043 The Body's Response to Physical Activity

Unfortunately, I am at a cricket tournament today which gives you one extra lesson to complete the last unit. Use the mark sheets and my blog to help you complete any outstanding tasks. We will start the new unit on Thursday.

However, if you finish the previous unit and would like to read ahead about the new unit, the tasks are detailed below:

Task 1: The key components of the musculo-skeletal and cardio-respiratory systems, their functions and roles

Learning Outcome 1 is assessed in this task.

You are asked by the Head of the Schools’ Sport department to update some display areas in the sports hall. The display is intended to encourage students to think about what their bodies are doing while they take part in sport and physical activity.

Your task is to identify key components of the musculo-skeletal and cardio-respiratory systems and their functions.  You will also need to describe the role of the musculo-skeletal system in producing movement and the role of the cardio-respiratory system during physical activity.

Task 2: The importance of the musculo-skeletal and cardio-respiratory systems in health and fitness

Learning Outcome 2 is assessed in this task.

The Head of the Schools’ Sport department would like you to work with one of the lower year groups to help them understand the importance of the musculo-skeletal and cardio-respiratory systems in health and fitness.

Your task is to describe the benefits of:

·         cardio-respiratory fitness in everyday life

·         muscular strength and flexibility

·         muscular endurance.

Task 3: Assess the short-term and long-term effects of physical activity on the musculo-skeletal and cardio-respiratory systems

Learning Outcomes 3 and 4 are assessed in this task.

The Head of the Schools’ Sport department would like you to assess the short and long-term effects of physical activity on the musculo-skeletal and cardio-respiratory systems and present your findings to the lower year group.

You will need to consider different ways to measure and record this information.

You should demonstrate your ability to draw upon relevant skills/knowledge/understanding from other units you have studied when considering the short-term effects.