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Edexcel GCSE Physical Education
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Starts with 1.1.1 Functions of the skeleton.
Paper 1
Fitness and Body Systems
Applied anatomy and physiology · Movement analysis · Physical training · Use of data61 notes
Topic 1 Applied anatomy and physiology
- 1.1.1 Functions of the skeleton
- 1.1.2 Classification of bones
- 1.1.3 Structure of the skeletal system
- 1.1.4 Classification of joints
- 1.1.5 Movement possibilities at joints
- 1.1.6 Role of ligaments and tendons
- 1.1.7 Classification of muscle types
- 1.1.8 Location and role of voluntary muscles
- 1.1.9 Antagonistic pairs of muscles
- 1.1.10 Characteristics of muscle fibre types
- 1.1.11 Skeletal and muscular systems coordination
- 1.2.1 Functions of the cardiovascular system
- 1.2.2 Structure of the cardiovascular system
- 1.2.3 Structure of blood vessels
- 1.2.4 Redistribution of blood flow
- 1.2.5 Function of blood cells
- 1.2.6 Composition of air
- 1.2.7 Vital capacity and tidal volume
- 1.2.8 Components of the respiratory system
- 1.2.9 Structure of alveoli
- 1.2.10 Cardiovascular and respiratory coordination
- 1.3.1 Energy release
- 1.3.2 Energy sources
- 1.4.1 Short-term effects on lactate and fatigue
- 1.4.2 Short-term effects on cardiac function
- 1.4.3 Short-term effects on breathing
- 1.4.4 Respiratory and cardiovascular recovery
- 1.4.5 Long-term effects of exercise
- 1.4.6 Graphical representation of cardiovascular values
Topic 2 Movement analysis
Topic 3 Physical training
- 3.1.1 Definitions of fitness, health, exercise and performance
- 3.2.1 Components of fitness
- 3.2.2 Fitness tests protocols and selection
- 3.2.3 Data collection from fitness tests
- 3.2.4 Specific fitness tests
- 3.2.5 Improving fitness
- 3.3.1 Planning training using principles
- 3.3.2 Factors in deciding training methods
- 3.3.3 Use of different training methods
- 3.4.1 Long-term effects of training
- 3.4.2 Effects on training duration and intensity
- 3.4.3 Benefits for the muscular-skeletal system
- 3.4.4 Benefits for the cardio-respiratory system
- 3.5.1 Use of a PARQ
- 3.5.2 Injury prevention
- 3.5.3 Injuries in physical activity and sport
- 3.5.4 RICE method
- 3.5.5 Performance-enhancing drugs
- 3.6.1 Purpose of warm-ups and cool downs
- 3.6.2 Phases of a warm-up
- 3.6.3 Activities in warm-ups and cool downs
Paper 2
Health and Performance
Health, fitness and wellbeing · Sport psychology · Socio-cultural influences · Use of data39 notes
Topic 1 Health, fitness and wellbeing
- 1.1.1 Physical health benefits
- 1.1.2 Emotional health benefits
- 1.1.3 Social health benefits
- 1.1.4 Impact of fitness on wellbeing
- 1.1.5 Promoting personal health
- 1.1.6 Lifestyle choices
- 1.1.7 Impact of lifestyle choices
- 1.2.1 Consequences of a sedentary lifestyle
- 1.2.2 Graphical representation of health data
- 1.3.1 Nutritional requirements
- 1.3.2 Role of macronutrients
- 1.3.3 Role of micronutrients
- 1.3.4 Factors affecting optimum weight
- 1.3.5 Variation in optimum weight
- 1.3.6 Correct energy balance
- 1.3.7 Hydration for physical activity
Topic 2 Sport psychology
- 2.1.1 Classification of sports skills
- 2.1.2 Practice structures
- 2.1.3 Application of practice classification
- 2.2.1 Use of goal setting
- 2.2.2 Principles of SMART targets
- 2.2.3 Setting and reviewing targets
- 2.3.1 Types of guidance
- 2.3.2 Advantages and disadvantages of guidance
- 2.3.3 Types of feedback
- 2.3.4 Graphical representation of feedback data
- 2.4.1 Mental preparation
Topic 3 Socio-cultural influences
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