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Learning objectives Learning objectives What we will learn in this presentation: 2 of 14 The definitions of: agility balance coordination power reaction time speed Cardiovascular endurance Muscular endurance Flexibility Strength
3 of 14 How and why these elements of skill related fitness are important to different sports. What test can we use to measure your level of each component?
4 of 14 Agility Agility is the ability of the performer to change direction at speed. Agility is especially important in sports like fencing and squash that require quick and precise movements. Test Illinois agility run
Illinois agility run: 5 of 14
Balance 6 of 14 Balance is the ability of the performer to retain their centre of mass over their base of support. Balance can be: static for example, standing on one leg dynamic for example, keeping your balance on a bike as it goes round a corner. What type of balance does a surfer need?
Balance 7 of 14
Test: 8 of 14 Stork Stand Test
Coordination 9 of 14 EMPICS Ltd Coordination is the ability of the performer to move two or more body parts under control. Coordination allows you to produce complex actions from a number of smaller movements. For example, an effective tennis stroke requires coordinating footwork and arm action.
Test 10 of 14 EMPICS Ltd Wall throw test
11 of 14 Power Power is a combination of strength and speed it is the ability to do strength performances quickly. power = strength speed Power is important in explosive events like throwing and sprinting. Power is vital to getting a good start in short races.
Power 12 of 14 Power Standing Jump or vertical jump test.
Reaction time 13 of 14 Reaction time is the length of time taken to respond to a stimulus. For example, how quickly a table tennis player reacts to a wide serve from their opponent. The faster they react, the better their chance of making the return. A stimulus could be anything from a starting gun to a sudden side-step by an opponent, or a shout from a teammate.
Reaction time 14 of 14 Reaction time: Reaction time ruler test
Speed 15 of 14 Speed is the ability to move quickly across the ground or move limbs rapidly through movements. It could be how fast a badminton player can move their racket to hit a smash shot, or how fast an athlete can run 1,500 m. Speed is very important in many sports it can often be the thing that separates a good performer from a great performer. How important is speed in the following activities? Rugby Dancing Lawn bowls
Speed 16 of 14 Speed 30m Sprint Test
17 of 14 Cardiovascular Endurance The ability to continue exertion while getting energy from the aerobic system used to supply the body with energy. Used in long distance events such as marathons.. Also known as stamina the ability of the whole body to work for long periods of time. How important is speed in the following activities? Rugby Dancing Cross Country
Cardiovascular Endurance 18 of 14 Cooper 12 minute run test: Multistage Fitness Test
19 of 14 Muscular Endurance The ability of the muscle or group of muscles in the body to repeatedly contract or keep going without rest. Used in sports where muscles repeat the same action again and again.. How important is speed in the following activities? Rugby Dancing Cross Country
Muscular Endurance 20 of 14 Test: Press up test. Sit up test..
Strength 21 of 14 The ability of the muscles to apply force and overcome resistance Used in sports like weight lifting. Can you think of any others? Static Explosive Dynamic How important is strength in the following activities? Rugby Dancing Cross Country
Test 22 of 14 1 rep max Grip Strength Dynamometer
Flexibility 23 of 14 The range of movement at a joint Used in sports gymnastics. Can you think of any others? How important is strength in the following activities? Rugby Dancing Cross Country
Test: 24 of 14 Sit and reach test
Skill related fitness 25 of 14
26 of 14 Questions Consider the sports that you are offering for your GCSE. Identify examples of when you might require: Agility Balance Coordination Power Reaction Time Speed
Skill related fitness in specific sports 27 of 14
Skill related fitness in specific sports 28 of 14
29 of 14 State two components of fitness an athlete would need when taking part in either football, swimming or cross country. Explain how these components could improve her performance in that activity. (4 marks)
30 of 14 Dynamic strength/ to be able to work continuously, arm pull in swimming training. Explosive strength/ jumping for the ball in football. Cardiovascular endurance (stamina)/ ability of the heart and lungs to work efficiently through a football match or cross country run. Flexibility/ to allow better range of movement in the arm action in swimming. Speed/ to get away from players in football. Agility/ to be able to change direction quickly to avoid an opponent or get to the ball in football.
31 of 14 Power/ to get the drive off the wall after a tumble turn. Coordination/ to produce a fluent and efficient stroke in swimming. Muscular endurance/ for the muscles to keep working for an extended period of time throughout a game of football or a race. Balance/ staying upright when avoiding a tackle or on uneven terrain in cross country. Reaction time/ reflex save by football goal keeper or getting a good start in swimming. Accept any other suitable response with the explanation.
32 of 14 Exam-style questions 1. Explain briefly how power and balance are important to: a) a rugby union player b) a weightlifter. 2. Explain briefly how coordination and speed are important to: a) a triple jumper b) a cross-country skier. 3. Identify three sports where reaction time is important to performance and explain what might happen if a performer s reaction time was too slow. 4. What is meant by the term agility?