AQA GCSE Physical Education: Physical Training

Olivia is a games player (a hockey midfielder) who wants to improve her cardiovascular endurance for the demands of a full match. Her coach suggests using interval training rather than steady continuous training.

Evaluate the use of interval training to improve Olivia's cardiovascular endurance for hockey. In your answer, consider the advantages and disadvantages of interval training and how well it suits the demands of her sport. (6 marks)

Two students complete fitness tests as part of a school PE assessment. Their results are shown below, alongside a simplified rating guide.

Simplified rating guide

(a) Name the component of fitness measured by each test. (2 marks)

(b) Using the rating guide, state the rating achieved by each student. (2 marks)

The principles of training can be remembered using the acronym SPORT.

(a) State what the letters S and P stand for in the SPORT principles of training. (2 marks)

(b) Explain what is meant by reversibility (the "R" in SPORT). (1 mark)

A sprinter uses plyometric training as part of their programme.

(a) State the component of fitness that plyometric training is mainly used to develop. (1 mark)

(b) Describe what a performer actually does during plyometric training, giving one example exercise. (2 marks)

A performer always completes a warm-up before training or competition.

State two reasons why a warm-up is important before taking part in physical activity. (2 marks)

Name the component of fitness defined as the ability to change direction quickly while keeping control of the body. (1 mark)