Aerobic Capacity… · B3 Physical Education

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B3.3.2.3.2 - Perform continuous step-ups.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Demonstrate the correct technique for performing continuous step-ups on a stable platform.
Perform at least 8 continuous step-ups on each leg without stopping or losing balance.
Count and record the number of step-ups performed by a partner accurately.
Explain how continuous step-ups strengthen the leg muscles and improve the heart and lungs.
Show perseverance by completing the full set of step-ups even when their legs begin to tire.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Physical Fitness (Strand 3)
Sub-strand: Aerobic Capacity, Strength, Endurance and Flexibility (3.2)
Content standard: B3.3.2.3 - Assess and maintain a level of physical fitness to improve health and performance.
Indicator: B3.3.2.3.2 - Perform continuous step-ups.
Suggested placement: Term 2, Week 11 (Week 23 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. 38
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

After warm-ups learners perform continuous step ups using stable platforms like block, bag of sand, etc. to test muscular strength in the legs. Put learners in pairs to count and record as the other performs.