OCR GCSE PE

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CONTENTS:

Unit B541 An Introduction to Physical Education
1. Key concepts
2. Fundamental motor skills
3. Decision making in physical activities
4. Abiding by the rules, etiquette and sportsmanship
5. The components of fitness and a healthy, balanced lifestyle
6. The importance of the warm-up and cool-down
7. The characteristics of skilful movement
8. Performance and outcome goals
9. Assessing the body's readiness for exercise
10. Components of a healthy diet and characteristics of a healthy lifestyle
11. General factors affecting performance and participation
12. Indicators of health and well-being
13. Methods of exercise and training
14. Levels of participation
15. Reasons for participation
16. Reasons for non-participation
17. Specific social, cultural and locational reasons affecting participation
18. School Key Processes and influences on participation
19. Pathways for involvement in physical activity

Unit B543 Developing Knowledge in Physical Education
20. Learning skills
21. Feedback and motivation
22. Goal setting
23. The skeletal system
24. Joints
25. Muscles and movement
26. Tendons and the effects of lactic acid
27. Mental preparation
28. Short-term effects of exercise
29. Long-term effects of exercise
30. Exercise and training principles
31. Aerobic and anaerobic exercise and training
32. Potential hazards
33. Reducing the risks
34. Effects of media and sponsorship
35. Local and national provision
36. Government initiatives
37. School influences