MYP Year 2 Subject Physical & Health Educa-
tion
Name of the Raghav Verma Submission date
Student
Topic Aesthetic Sports: The components of aerobics (warm-up, cardio rou-
tines, cool-down, stretches) and movement and rhythm in aerobics as a
form of self-expression.
Unit Title Fit for Life
Key Concept Development
Related Concept Movement and Adaptation
Global Context Orientation in space and time
Statement of In- The development and adaptation of movement skills enables us to evolve,
quiry navigate, and interact with our environment.
ATL Skills Self-Management: Mindfulness techniques for stress reduction and focus.
Goal Setting goals for improving aesthetic exercise postures and overall fitness.
Unit Overview
In this unit, students will develop a portfolio that explores the components of an aerobic routine—warm-up,
cardio, cool-down, and stretches- while emphasizing how movement and rhythm can serve as a form of
self-expression. The portfolio will reflect the students' learning journey, including their planning, perfor-
mance, and reflection on the role of movement in personal expression.
Unit Objectives
● Understand the components of aerobics (warm-up, cardio, cool-down, stretches) and their role in a
fitness routine.
● Develop a portfolio that integrates personal reflections, planning, and performance insights.
● Explore rhythm and movement as forms of self-expression within the context of aerobics.
● Reflect on how individual movement and rhythm contribute to physical health, emotional well-being,
and artistic expression.
Key Content
● Warm-up: Dynamic exercises to prepare the body for aerobic exercise.
● Cardio routines: Exercises to increase heart rate and improve cardiovascular health.
● Cool-down: Techniques to gradually lower heart rate and stretch muscles after exercise.
● Stretching: Importance of flexibility in preventing injuries and aiding recovery.
● Movement and Rhythm: How movement and rhythm contribute to personal expression and emo-
tional connection in aerobics.
Criterion A: Knowing and Understanding
STRAND 1: Outline physical and health education factual, procedural and conceptual knowledge.
STEP 1: Research and define the Components of Aerobics Exercise (Coach)
Task- Research the components of an aerobic routine (warm-up, cardio, cool-down, stretching),
and define the purpose of each.
(Coach will write a brief explanation (1-2 sentences each) of the physiological benefits of each com-
ponent routine (warm-up, cardio, cool-down, stretching) using Graphic organizer- Column chart and
discuss why each component is important in a fitness routine and how they contribute to overall
health.)
Graphic organizer- column chart
Component Purpose Physiological Benefits
Warm-up Prepares the body for exercise Increases heart rate, loosens muscles, in-
creases blood flow to muscles, prevents injury
Cardio Main aerobic exercise to raise heart Depends on the exercise and can increase
rate and burn calories based on the speed , strength , flexibility of muscles.
exercise
Cool-down Gradually lowers heart rate post- GRADUALLY reduces heart rate and reduces
exercise the change of injuries and strokes
Stretching Lengthens muscles makes you less Makes you a better athlete and can make you
susceptible to injuries look tall and improve your posture
STRAND 2: Identify physical and health education knowledge to describe issues and solve prob-
lems set in familiar and unfamiliar situations.
STRAND 3: Apply physical and health terminology to communicate understanding.
STEP 2: Prior Knowledge (Coach and Client)
Task: The coach will ask the client a series of questions to gather information about their daily rou-
tine and overall health.
Questionnaire:
1) Health and Medical History
Do you have any current or past medical conditions (e.g., heart disease, diabetes, asthma)?
If yes, please specify: None
Are you currently taking any medications?
If yes, please list them: None
Have you had any recent injuries or surgeries?
If yes, please describe: None
Do you have any physical limitations or restrictions?
If yes, please explain: None
2) Fitness and Exercise Background
Do you have prior experience with aerobic exercises?
If yes, please describe: Though I was unfamiliar with aerobic exercises I do them everyday.
What type of exercises have you done in the past? (e.g., running, cycling, aerobics classes) I have
done a lot of exercises in the past that are focused on strength but I do a lot of running and cy-
cling.
How often do you currently exercise per week? Everyday.
What is the duration of your typical workout session? 120 - 180 minutes
90 minutes:
45 cycling , 45 football
What are your primary fitness goals? (e.g., weight loss, endurance, flexibility, general health,
strength and speed)
My clients goal is speed and strength.
3) Lifestyle and Preferences:
What is your daily activity level? (Sedentary / Lightly Active / Moderately Active / Very Active)
I consider myself very active as I cycle 45 minutes everyday, and also play 45 minutes of football
everyday.
What motivates you to stay consistent with your fitness routine?
My peers motivate me to stay consistent with my fitness routine because they are also very active
and being around them makes me want to play and run with them.
Criterion B: Planning for Performance
oStudents will create a detailed plan for an aerobic routine, integrating elements of warm-up,
cardio, cool-down, and stretches.
o Students will plan to use rhythm and movement to express personal or cultural identity within
the routine.
STRAND 1: Identify goals to enhance performance.
STEP 3: The coach will determine the client's goals based on the insights gathered from their previ-
ous discussion.
MY clients goal is strength because he wants to be stronger and faster. It will also be good for him
work on what he is already good at and perfect those skills with some light flexibility exercises.
STRAND 2: Construct and outline a plan for improving physical activity and health.
STEP 4: Create a 10-15 Minute Routine (Coach Role)
Task: As the coach, create a 10–15-minute aerobic routine.
2-minute warm-up : Knee ups 30 sec, jumping jacks 30 sec, lunges 30 sec, 30 mountain climbers,
(focused on speed)
Exercise-3 min: 1 min full squats,30 sec pushups (strength) 1 min plus planks as long as you can
hold
6-minute cardio section (HIIT cycling (2 minutes intensive cycling followed by 1 min slow cycling
to catch breath)
5-minute cool-down (slow jogging 4 min, slow lunges 1 min)
2-minute stretching (static stretches for major muscle groups)
Criterion C: Applying and Performing
oStudents will perform the aerobic routine they have planned, paying attention to timing,
rhythm, and flow.
o Students will focus on using movement for self-expression in their performance.
STRAND 1: Recall and apply a range of skills and techniques.
STEP 5: Performance and Reflection (Client Role)
Task: As a client, perform the routine that your coach has designed for you. Be mindful of how each
component affects your body.
STRAND 2: Recall and apply a range of strategies and movement concepts.
STRAND 3: Recall and apply information to perform effectively.
STEP 6: Tracking and monitoring progress (Coach Role)
Task: Coach will track and monitor the client’s progress or make changes in strategies if required
and mention them in the monitoring sheet.
Criterion D: Reflecting and Improving
oStudents will reflect on their performance and progress, identifying strengths and areas for
improvement.
o Students will analyze the role of movement and rhythm in their expression and how it en-
hanced their performance.
STRAND 1: Identify and demonstrate strategies to enhance interpersonal skills.
STEP 7: Client Feedback Chart (Client Role)
Task: After performing the routine, complete the following Client Feedback Reflection Chart
based on your experience with each component. (self-assessment)
(Student/ Client will reflect on how their body responded to each component and note the physiolog-
ical efforts using VTR- See Think Wonder)
E.g. VTR- See Think Wonder
Component SEE THINK Wonder
What did you notice What did you notice about What questions do you have
during the routine? your body’s response? about aerobic?
Warm-up Warm up steadily in- I wonder how adding more
creased my heart I think warm-up helped would affect my stamina?
beat and frequency prevent injuries and made
of breaths me draw less deep
breaths.
Cardio Helped me burn calories I wonder if I could add more
I saw my heart rate in- increase my stamina and cardio to my workout
crease during cardio. muscle development
And myself drawing
deeper breaths than
usual
Cool-down Stretching helped my Cool-down made me feel How much cool-down time is
muscles feel relaxed more relaxed and ready to ideal for recovery?
afterward. Made me continue my day.
and my What exercises are ideal for
muscles strong,fast recovery?
and agile
What pace is ideal for recov-
ery?
Stretching Relaxed my muscles Made me feel even more I couldif I cloud reduce the
and tendons provid- relaxed and lowered my amount of stretching
ing recovery heart beat and decreased
t=my frequency of breaths
STRAND 2: Describe the effectiveness of a plan based on the outcome.
STEP 8: Data Collection and change strategies (Coach Role)
Task: Coach will collect the data and demonstrate strategies to enhance interpersonal skills.
My client wanted more cardio so I could have added more intensive workouts making him feel tired
but HIIT is already very intense I could have increased the time of the workout. I could have de-
creased the amount of time for stretching. I cloud added more diverse exercises for cooldown be-
cause they would have added different methods of cooldown.
STRAND 3: Describe and summarize performance.
STEP 9: Describe and Summarize performance (Coach Role)
Task: Coach will record (3 min video) and review performance to identify strengths and areas for
improvement techniques and execution.
Coach will take final feedback from the client using VTR: What? SO what? Now What?
Eg: -
* What? - What did I do or experience during my aerobic activities?
*So What? - Why is this experience important for my personal growth and fitness journey?
*Now What? - What actions will I take to improve or build on this learning?
STEP 10: Portfolio Submission (Coach Role)
● Aerobic Routine Plan (with explanations for each component).
● Client Feedback Reflection Chart after performing the routine.
● See-Think-Wonder VTR reflection.
● Video
● Overall Reflection on the physiological and emotional impact of the routine.
