Optimising Physical Performance · Fitness & Exercise
Energy Systems in Sport
Examining the aerobic and anaerobic pathways and their dominance in different sporting activities.
Key Questions
- 1How does the intensity of an activity determine which energy system is primary?
- 2What physiological adaptations occur to make the aerobic system more efficient?
- 3How can athletes train to improve their lactate threshold?
National Curriculum Attainment Targets
GCSE: Physical Education - Applied Anatomy and PhysiologyGCSE: Physical Education - Energy Systems
Year: Year 11
Subject: Physical Education
Unit: Optimising Physical Performance
Period: Fitness & Exercise
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