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Subject: Physical Education
Semester: 2
Period: 6
Week: 35
School Name: __________________________
Teacher’s Name: ________________________
Subject: Physical Education
Grade Level: Grade 11
Week & Period: Week 35, Period VI
Date: __________________________
Topic: Exercise and Your Body
Subtopic: Comparison of Energy Systems and Practical Application
Learning Objectives:
By the end of the lesson, learners should be able to:
- Compare the Immediate, Non-Oxidative, and Oxidative Energy Systems.
- Identify appropriate exercises for each system.
- Apply energy system knowledge to plan a balanced workout routine.
Previous Knowledge:
Learners have studied each energy system individually and know how they apply to different sports and exercise durations.
Instructional Materials:
- Comparison chart templates
- Stopwatch
- Exercise cones
- Case studies of athlete routines
- Sample training programs
Anticipation (Warm-Up) – 5 minutes:
Ask:
- Can you think of sports or exercises where all three energy systems are used?
- Why is it important for athletes to understand how their bodies generate energy?
Activity:
- Light jog, jumping jacks, and short sprints in sequence to activate different systems
Building Knowledge (Main Lesson) – 25 minutes:
- Recap of Each Energy System:
- ATP-PC System: Immediate, powerful, 0–10 sec (e.g., 100m sprint)
- Glycolytic System: Moderate intensity, up to 2 min (e.g., 400m sprint, basketball)
- Oxidative System: Long-term, low/moderate intensity (e.g., jogging, cycling)
- Comparison Chart:
|
Feature |
ATP-PC |
Glycolytic |
Oxidative |
|
Duration |
0–10 sec |
30 sec–2 min |
2 min–several hrs |
|
Oxygen Needed? |
No |
No |
Yes |
|
Example |
Shot put |
400m sprint |
Marathon |
- Sport Examples:
- Football: Uses all systems – short sprints (ATP-PC), long play (oxidative)
- Boxing: Bursts of energy + recovery – glycolytic + oxidative
- Benefits of Training Each System:
- Better performance and stamina
- Improved recovery
- Balanced fitness development
- Workout Planning:
- Mix short sprints, moderate intervals, and long jogs
- Rest intervals and intensity zones
Learners’ Activities:
- Complete a comparison table using notes and video cues
- Design a simple 15-minute workout that trains all three systems
- In pairs, analyze a sport and list which systems are used and when
- Role-play a coach explaining how to improve all-round fitness
Consolidation (Review and Assessment) – 10 minutes:
Review Questions:
- What energy system would you use in a 100m sprint?
- Why do marathon runners need strong oxidative systems?
- What happens when you use energy faster than the body can produce it?
Mini Quiz:
- Which system uses oxygen for energy production? A. ATP-PC
Glycolytic
C. Oxidative
D. Anaerobic - Which activity uses all three energy systems? A. Sprinting only
Chess
C. Football match
D. Long jump
Homework / Assignment:
- Write a short report on how your favorite sport uses the three systems.
- Create a daily training routine that includes activities for each system.
- Draw a chart comparing the features of the three energy systems.
Notes – Detailed and Explained:
Understanding all three energy systems allows learners to become smarter athletes. They can plan better workouts, prevent exhaustion, and train for peak performance.
Expanded Notes / Instructions:
- Show a mixed-training video with commentary
- Use real-life athletes to demonstrate multiple system usage
Inclusive / Differentiation:
- Allow group work for planning routines
- Provide templates and visuals for learners who struggle with writing
Teacher’s Reflection:
- Were students able to differentiate the energy systems clearly?
- Did they show creativity in workout planning?
- Were they able to explain why different activities require different systems?