Fitness Programme… · B2 Physical Education

Lesson notes

Indicator: B2.4.3.4.4 - Explain why it is safer to stretch a warm muscle rather than a cold muscle.

By the end of the lesson, learners can:

Explain that warm muscles are elastic and stretch more easily than cold muscles.
State at least two reasons why stretching a cold muscle can cause injury.
Demonstrate the difference between stretching a warm muscle and a cold muscle using simple classroom activities.
Identify a warm-up activity that should be done before stretching in a fitness programme.
Draw and label a simple picture showing a warm-up activity followed by stretching.

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Strand: Physical Fitness Concepts, Principles and Strategies (Strand 4)
Sub-strand: Fitness Programme, Healthy Diet, Safety and Injuries, Substances/drugs and Body Composition (4.3)
Content standard: B2.4.3.4 - Demonstrate knowledge of physical fitness concepts, principles, and strategies to improve health and performance.
Indicator: B2.4.3.4.4 - Explain why it is safer to stretch a warm muscle rather than a cold muscle.
Suggested placement: Term 3, Week 6 (Week 30 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. 27
Transcribed from the official NaCCA publication. Check this page against the source.

Learners explain that warmed muscles are elastic and can stretch with less damage as cool muscles in physical activity.