Fitness Education (FIT)
Course Description
Teacher in Charge: Bridget Fairweather.
12/13 Fitness Studies
In this course you will improve your understanding and application of a variety of methods of training to improve sporting performance.
Course Components
- Implement a personal exercise plan with a weights room component
- Improve cardiovascular endurance and performance in a 4 or 8km run
Learn and apply biophysical principles to a training programme to improve performance
Participate in a variety of activities aimed to improve multiple fitness components
Course Overview
Semester 1
Introduce resistance training emphasising technique and design targeting personal goals
Engage in a cardiovascular endurance training programme working towards a 4km or 8km run
Participate in circuit and interval training to improve fitness components
Understand human anatomy and physiological responses as it relates to exercise
Recommended Prior Learning
Must be willing to be active and committed to a high intensity training programme
Contributions and Equipment/Stationery
Must wear appropriate clothing/shoes for physical activity as set by teacher
Assessment Information
Possible credits:Internal: 16 Level 3 credits (12 unit standard and 4 achievement standard)
(Some overlap credits with 13PED, 13OEX)
Credit Information
You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.
External
NZQA Info
Demonstrate basic knowledge of anatomical structures and physiological responses to exercise
NZQA Info
Demonstrate knowledge of the human body and its movement during exercise and stretching
NZQA Info
Physical Education 3.4 - Demonstrate quality performance of a physical activity in an applied setting