A practical exploration of fitness tests: speed, strength, power and flexibility
I can apply protocols of specific fitness tests that measure speed, strength, power and flexibility, and compare results to normative data.
A practical exploration of fitness tests: speed, strength, power and flexibility
I can apply protocols of specific fitness tests that measure speed, strength, power and flexibility, and compare results to normative data.
These resources will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Fitness tests are measured or recorded using various units.
- Power can be measured by the vertical jump test.
- The 1 rep max test measures strength.
- Testing procedures encompass how each test is conducted, including organisation of facilities and equipment.
Keywords
Speed - the maximum rate at which an individual is able to perform a movement or cover a distance in a period of time
Strength - the ability to overcome a resistance
Power - product of strength and speed (explosive strength/anaerobic power)
Flexibility - the range of movements possible at a joint
Common misconception
Raising the knees in the sit and reach test.
When performing the sit and reach test the knees should. be flat along the floor to give an accurate reading of flexibility.
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The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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The assessment exit quiz will test your pupils' understanding of the key learning points.
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Equipment
Sit and reach box, stack of cones, stopwatches or timing gates, vertical jump board, chalk, tape measure, hand grip dynamometer, barbell and weights.
Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - physical activity
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
the maximum rate at which an individual is able to perform a movement
the ability to overcome a resistance
speed x strength
the range of movements around a joint
30m sprint test
1 rep max test
vertical jump test
sit and reach test
Exit quiz
6 Questions
