The Science of Fitness and Health · Autumn Term

Warming Up and Cooling Down

Learning the physiological necessity of preparing the body for exercise and recovering afterwards.

Key Questions

  1. 1What are the risks of skipping a warm up before intense activity?
  2. 2How do dynamic stretches differ from static stretches?
  3. 3Why is a cool down important for preventing muscle soreness?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

KS3: Physical Education - Health, Fitness and WellbeingKS3: Physical Education - Safe Practice
Year: Year 7
Subject: Physical Education
Unit: The Science of Fitness and Health
Period: Autumn Term

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