B6 Physical Education · Term 3 Week 1: Aerobic Capacity, Strength, Endurance and Flexibility

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B6.3.5.3.5 - Identify the capabilities of the various body types (mesomorph, ectomorph and endomorph).

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Define the three body types: mesomorph, ectomorph, and endomorph, in their own words.
Describe the physical characteristics that distinguish mesomorph, ectomorph, and endomorph body types.
Identify and match specific sporting capabilities to each body type, such as sprinting for mesomorphs, long-distance running for ectomorphs, and swimming for endomorphs.
Give at least three examples of sports or physical activities suited to each body type from their own knowledge or experience.
Draw and label simple figures representing the three body types with their associated sporting capabilities.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Physical Fitness (Strand 3)
Sub-strand: Aerobic Capacity, Strength, Endurance and Flexibility (3.5)
Content standard: B6.3.5.3 - Assess and maintain a level of physical fitness to improve health and performance.
Indicator: B6.3.5.3.5 - Identify the capabilities of the various body types (mesomorph, ectomorph and endomorph).
Suggested placement: Term 3, Week 1 (Week 25 of the year)
Our suggestion, laid out in curriculum order across three terms of twelve weeks. NaCCA does not fix the week, so follow your school's scheme of learning.
Curriculum reference: Physical Education Curriculum (Basic 1-6), 2019, p. 78
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Learners identify the capabilities of each body types:
i. Mesomorph-Sprinter, player (all roles) Lifter, etc.
ii. Ectomorph- Long distance runner, midfielder, basketball shooter, etc.
iii. Endomorph- Good swimmer, thrower, hockey goalkeeper, etc.