Edexcel GCSE Physical Education key terms

Continuing to work towards a goal despite difficulties or setbacks.

A planned programme of exercise designed around an individual's needs and goals, which is monitored and evaluated.

Movement of the body that uses energy, including activities such as walking, cycling, exercise and sport.

A screening questionnaire completed before starting or increasing physical activity to identify health concerns that may require medical advice or changes to training.

The condition of the body and how well its organs and systems function.

A body position in which the body is bent forwards at the hips while the legs remain straight.

A joint that allows rotation around a single axis, such as the joint between the atlas and axis in the neck.

An imaginary flat surface through the body used to describe where movement takes place.

Movement at the ankle that points the foot and toes downwards, away from the shin.

Movement at the ankle that points the foot and toes downwards, away from the shin.

The liquid component of blood that transports blood cells, platelets and dissolved substances, including nutrients.

A period during which the recorded performance stays at the same level.

A small fragment in blood that helps it clot, limiting blood loss when a blood vessel is damaged.

The ability of a muscle or other soft tissue to bend or stretch easily.

Training using explosive movements in which muscles are lengthened and then rapidly shortened to develop power.

Encouraging statements a performer says to themselves to build confidence and focus.

The position and alignment of the body when standing, sitting or moving.

The ability to exert force quickly; an explosive combination of strength and speed.

Repeated performance of a skill to develop or maintain proficiency.

The proportion of a population with a particular condition at a given time, often expressed as a percentage.

Gradually increasing the demands of training as the body adapts, so that improvement can continue.

An item worn or used during an activity specifically to reduce the risk of injury.

A nutrient needed for the growth and repair of body tissues, including muscle.

The process of making proteins in the body, including those used to build and repair muscle tissue.

Becoming mentally ready for an activity by improving focus, confidence and readiness to perform.

The artery carrying deoxygenated blood from the right ventricle to the lungs.

The vein carrying oxygenated blood from the lungs into the left atrium.