Aerobic Capacity… · B3 Physical Education

Lesson notes

Learning Objectives

Indicator: B3.3.4.3.4 - Perform lateral sit and reach.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Demonstrate the correct starting position for the lateral sit and reach, sitting flat on the ground with legs opened in a “V” and trunk erect.
Perform the lateral sit and reach movement on both the right and left sides, reaching forward with two hands toward the toes and flexing the trunk toward the knee.
Measure and record the distance between their forehead and knee when they cannot touch the knee, using a tape measure or ruler.
Set a personal target for improving their flexibility based on their recorded measurement.
Explain at least one benefit of regular flexibility exercises for their overall physical fitness and health.

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Curriculum details

Strand: Physical Fitness (Strand 3)
Sub-strand: Aerobic Capacity, Strength, Endurance and Flexibility (3.4)
Content standard: B3.3.4.3 - Assess and maintain a level of physical fitness to improve health and performance.
Indicator: B3.3.4.3.4 - Perform lateral sit and reach.
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. 39
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Exemplars (from the NaCCA curriculum)

Let learners sit flat on the ground with legs opened in 'V' and trunk erect. Learners put their right toes with the two hands and flex the trunk to touch the knee. Let them repeat to the other leg to test their level of flexibility. Measure the distance between the forehead and the knee of those who could not touch and record. Encourage them to work towards the target.