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GCSE Physical Education 04 — Personal Exercise Programme (PEP)

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Topics include PEP Structure, Planning and Safety, Goal Setting (SMART Targets), Principles of Training (SPORR & FITT), Fitness Testing: Principles and Protocols, Specific Fitness Test Protocols, Aerobic Training Methods, Anaerobic and Power Training Methods, and Strength Training and Biomechanics.

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Fitness Testing: Principles and Protocols

Fitness tests provide baseline and evaluation data. Tests must be valid (measure the correct component) and reliable (repeatable under same conditions).

Key points

  • Baseline Data: Pre-tests establish starting capability.
  • Validity: Does the test measure what it claims? (e.g., Handgrip is not valid for leg power).
  • Reliability: Can the test be repeated with consistent results? (Standardize warmup, time of day, equipment).
  • Protocols: Strict procedures must be followed for results to be comparable to normative data.
  • Calibration: Equipment must be zeroed to ensure accuracy.

Worked example

Question

A sprinter uses the 12-minute Cooper Run to measure progress. Evaluate the validity of this choice.

Solution

1. Analyze the sport: Sprinting relies on Speed, Power, and the ATP-PC system (Anaerobic).
2. Analyze the test: The Cooper Run measures Aerobic Endurance.
3. Conclusion: The choice is invalid. Improvements in the Cooper Run do not indicate improvements in sprinting performance.

Common pitfalls

  • Confusing Validity (relevance) with Reliability (consistency).
  • Selecting tests because they are 'easy' rather than relevant to the PEP aim.
  • Failing to standardize conditions (e.g., testing on grass week 1 and concrete week 6).

Prerequisites

  • Components of fitness
  • Prerequisite knowledge (auto-added).
Further resources
  • Fitness Testing Guide

    Comprehensive database of protocols and validity explanations.

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