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Subject: Physical Education
Semester: 2
Period: 4
Week: 20
School Name:
Teacher’s Name:
Subject: Physical Education
Grade Level: Grade 4
Date: Week 20
Lesson Duration: 45 minutes
Week & Period: Week 20, Period 4
Topic: Body Screening – 1-Mile Walk Test & Cooper 12-Minute Run
Sub-topic: Measuring Cardiovascular Endurance
Learning Objectives
By the end of the lesson, students should be able to perform the 1-mile walk test and 12-minute run safely and record results to monitor cardiovascular endurance
Previous Knowledge
Students already know: Basic running and walking techniques, endurance concept
Instructional Materials
Stopwatches, cones, recording sheets, whistle, safe running track
Lesson Development – ABC Model
A – Anticipation (Warm-up / Starter)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Warm-up: Stretching, brisk walking, and light jogging. Discussion: Why cardiovascular endurance is important
B – Building Knowledge (Main Lesson Body)
Time: 25–30 minutes
Definition & Explanation: Teacher defines cardiovascular endurance as the ability of the heart and lungs to supply oxygen to the muscles during sustained physical activity. Explain that it is important for performing daily tasks, playing games, and staying healthy. Highlight that physical fitness screening helps students monitor their progress, identify strengths and weaknesses, and set goals.
Demonstration of Procedures: Teacher demonstrates safe techniques for walking and running:
- Walking: Maintain upright posture, look forward, swing arms naturally, take steady steps, and breathe rhythmically.
- Running: Keep head up, shoulders relaxed, arms bent at 90 degrees, push off from toes, take controlled strides, and maintain a steady breathing pattern (inhale through nose, exhale through mouth).
- Pacing & Safety: Teacher shows how to start at a comfortable speed, maintain an even pace, and finish strongly without overexertion. Emphasize warming up with light stretching and jogging, and cooling down afterward. Discuss the importance of proper shoes, hydration, and listening to your body to prevent injury.
Learners’ Activities (Expanded):
- Warm-up: 5 minutes of stretching and slow jogging.
- 1-Mile Walk: Students walk in pairs or small groups. Teacher observes posture, stride, arm movement, and breathing.
- 12-Minute Run: Students run in small groups, practicing pacing. Teacher provides cues for slowing down if too fast or encouraging if too slow.
- Recording & Reflection: Students note their time, perceived effort, and how they felt during each activity in a fitness log or chart.
- Pair Discussion: Students compare results with peers, discussing differences in speed, endurance, and breathing techniques. They identify which part of the activity was most challenging and why.
- Self-reflection: Students suggest strategies to improve cardiovascular fitness, such as regular walking, jogging, or engaging in games that require sustained movement.
Assessment Checks:
- Teacher observes correct posture, arm movement, stride, and breathing during activities.
- Check students’ ability to pace themselves and maintain effort throughout the distance or time.
- Ask reflective questions:
- “What part of the run or walk was the hardest for you?”
- “How did pacing and breathing affect your performance?”
- “What can you do to improve your endurance next time?”
- Review accuracy and completeness of recorded times, effort levels, and reflections.
Notes (Expanded & Detailed):
- Cardiovascular endurance is crucial for healthy heart and lungs, energy production, and physical performance in games and daily life.
- Fitness screening through the 1-mile walk and 12-minute run helps learners understand their baseline endurance and track progress over time.
- Teacher supervision ensures safety, correct posture, proper pacing, and effective breathing.
- Reflection and discussion reinforce understanding, promote goal-setting, and encourage personal responsibility for fitness.
- Integrate peer feedback for motivation and awareness of different fitness levels.
- Practical examples: Students can try brisk walking or jogging at home, participate in games like relay races or soccer, and monitor improvements over weeks.
C – Consolidation (Conclusion & Assessment)
Time: 5–10 minutes
Summary: Recap purpose of 1-mile and 12-minute tests, safe practice, and self-monitoring
Evaluation Method (Expanded)
Exit slip/quiz: Students note one thing they learned about endurance and personal pacing
Teacher will collect slips and provide oral feedback
Assignment (Expanded): Practice walking or running for 10–15 minutes daily and track improvement
Follow-up Activity: Compare results next week to assess improvement
Differentiation / Inclusive Strategies: Adjust distance or time for students needing modified activity
Teacher’s Reflection (After Class)
What worked well? ___________________________________________
What needs improvement? ____________________________________
Students’ engagement level: ☑ High ☑ Medium ☑ Low