1. Fatique and Stress GCSE PE

2. Aims: Understand what fatigue and stress are. Know what factors lead to the onset of both fatigue and stress. Understand what effects these have on the performer, physically and mentally.

3. Definitions please… FatigueStress Feeling of extreme physical or mental tiredness. Brought on by extreme exertion. Results in temporary loss of strength and energy. Bodies reaction to a change that requires a physical, mental or emotional adjustment or response. Some people become more aggressive. Some find that levels of arousal are increased.

4. Other key terms… Local muscular fatigue: when a muscle, or group of muscles, is unable to carry on contracting and movement stops. Apprehensive: fearful about the future. Motivation: you drive to succeed and desire and energy to achieve something.

5. Your experiences…

6. Research Task (10 minutes prep.) Fatigue Group:Stress Group: Read page 28. Know what factors lead to the onset of fatigue. Understand what effects these have on the performer, physically and mentally. EVERYONE needs to be ready to be put on the spot! Read page 29. Know what factors lead to the onset of stress. Understand what effects these have on the performer, physically and mentally. EVERYONE needs to be ready to be put on the spot!

7. Randomiser HOT SEAT… If you are selected, choose a friend to help you. Sit in the hot seats and answer questions!

8. Plenary: Create your own exam questions… Select the wording and marks available yourself and write out the correct answer. Swap questions with a partner (not answers!), swap back and mark.

9. Questions: ASK QUESTIONS THAT WILL HELP YOU ACHIEVE THE AIMS BELOW: What is fatigue and stress? (4 marks) Know what factors lead to the onset of both fatigue and stress. (4marks) Understand what effects these have on the performer, physically and mentally.(6 marks)