BTEC First Diploma in Sport
Unit 1
Body in Sport
Tutor Resource Pack
Assignment 1
Learning Activities and
Worksheets
Assignment 1: Skeleton Learning Activities
Activity 1.1: Group work – Structure of the
skeleton
Relevant section in learner pack: Section One, Part 1.1
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Divide the group into small groups
Give each group a set of post it notes with anatomical names
Get one learner of each group to stand up
Ask each learner to use the post its and label the correct part of the body
of the standing learner
Allow 10 minutes for this activity
Bring the whole group back together and feed back making any
corrections if necessary
Activity 1.2: Worksheet – Structure of the skeleton
Relevant section in learner pack: Section One, Part 1.1
Complete worksheet 1A
Activity 1.3: Worksheet – Skeleton word search
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Clue
Biggest bone in the arm
Biggest bone in the body and leg
Otherwise known as your shin bone
Protects your heart and lungs
Otherwise known as your collarbone
Referred to as a blade
Protects the brain
Smallest bone in the forearm
In slang these are referred to as digits
Described as a column
If you are thin enough this may be seen at your
hip
Wrist bones
Smallest foot bones
Lower leg bone
Holds the ribs together
This is a round floating bone
These are small hand bones
This is the largest bone in the forearm
These are large foot bones
Complete worksheet 1B
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Clavicle
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Phalanges
Spine
Pelvis
Carpals
Metatarsals
Fibula
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Metacarpals
Radius
Tarsals
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Activity 1.3: Worksheet – Axial and appendicular
skeleton
Relevant section in learner pack: Section One, Part 1.1
Ensure that the learners have coloured pens.
Complete worksheet 1C
Activity 1.4: Worksheet – Joints
Relevant section in learner pack: Section One, Part 1.2
Complete worksheet 1D
Activity 1.6: Worksheet – Function of the skeletal
system
Relevant section in learner pack: Section One, Part 1.3
Complete worksheet 1E
Activity 1.7: Worksheet – Bone
Relevant section in learner pack: Section One, Part 1.4
Complete worksheet 1F
Activity 1.8: Worksheet – Movement
Relevant section in learner pack: Section One, Part 1.5
Definitions activity
In a sports area ask the group to get into groups of three or four and get
them to discuss and write down the definitions for the movement patterns.
Once completed discuss as a group and make any corrections.
Sporting movements classifications activities
This activity is best carried out in a sports hall environment or outdoors. Carry
out four sports activities lasting approximately 15 minutes each. These
activities can be basketball, football, netball, sprinting, rounders, cricket etc.
Ask the group to pay particular attention to joints, types and use a variety of
movements to describe each.
Once the sport has been played sit the group down and get them to list all
the movements that can be classified onto worksheet 1G. The learner should
end up with four movement grids one grid for each sport. These sheets can
be completed individually or in pairs or as a group depending on the situation.
Complete Worksheet 1G
Activity 1.9: Group work/discussion – Short and
long term effects of exercise
Relevant section in learner pack: Section One, Part 1.6
Complete worksheet 1H
In groups complete a mind map of the effect exercise has on the bones in
groups. This activity is best completed in the classroom in small groups.
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Divide the group into smaller groups
Provide each group with a sheet of A3 paper and pen
Ask each group to mind map the short and long term effects of exercise
on bones
Each group should in turn feed back to the rest of the group sharing
their answers
Use this time also to reflect on past and present experiences of learners who
for one reason or another had a break in their sporting hobbies and hold a
discussion as to how they felt returning to exercise.
Ask the group to identify the impact that various sports have on the bones
and the joints and what types of injuries can occur as a result of this. Use role
models, sportsmen and women past and present.
Activity 1.10: Worksheet – Major muscles
Relevant section in learner pack: Section Two, Part 2.1
Complete Worksheet 1I
Activity 1.11: Worksheet – Muscle types
Relevant section in learner pack: Section Two, Part 2.2
Complete Worksheet 1J
Activity 1.12: Worksheet/Practical – Muscle
movement
Relevant section in learner pack: Section Two, Part 2.3
This activity is best carried out in a sports hall or outdoor environment.
In small groups of three or four get the groups to describe the different types
of contraction and give examples. Fill in the first part of worksheet 1K.
Once completed get groups to carry out the four movements and identify
muscles during the movement that are showing the different types of
contraction.
Complete Worksheet 1K
Activity 1.13: Group work/discussion – Effects of
exercise on the muscular system
Relevant section in learner pack: Section Two, Part 2.4
This activity is best completed in the classroom
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Divide the group into smaller groups
Give each group a sheet of A3 paper and a pen
Get half the group to produce an information poster on the short term
effects of exercise on the bones and the muscles (can be used as recap)
and the other half to produce a poster on the long term effects of
exercise on the bones and the muscular system
Each group should in turn feed back to the other group sharing the
information
Draw on experiences from the practical sports sessions
Worksheet 1A: Structure of the Skeleton
Label the front and back of the skeleton using the following anatomical names
– cranium, sternum, ribs, vertebral column (Cervical, thoracic,
lumbar, sacral, coccyx) clavicle, scapula, humerus, radius, ulna,
carpals, metacarpals, phalanges, femur, tibia, patella, tarsals,
metatarsals, phalanges.
Worksheet 1B: Skeleton Wordsearch
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The clues below and then find the bones in the crossword above:
Clue
Biggest bone in the arm
Biggest bone in the body and leg
Otherwise known as your shin bone
Protects your heart and lungs
Otherwise known as your collarbone
Referred to as a blade
Protects the brain
Smallest bone in the forearm
In slang these are referred to as
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Described as a column
If you are thin enough this may be
seen at your hip
Wrist bones
Smallest foot bones
Lower leg bone
Holds the ribs together
This is a round floating bone
These are small hand bones
This is the largest bone in the
forearm
These are large foot bones
Worksheet 1C: Axial and Appendicular
Skeleton
Colour in the skeleton below – Use different colours for
the axial skeleton and the appendicular skeleton.
Once this is completed list the bones in each section in the
relevant boxes.
Axial skeleton bones:
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Appendicular skeleton bones:
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Worksheet 1D: Joints
Define the term ‘joint’:
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Identify the bones that are present in the following joints:
1. Elbow joint
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2. Knee joint
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3. Hip joint
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Complete the table on the three different types of joint:
Joint type
Example
Range of movement
Knee joint
Cartilaganous
Not a lot of movement
Cranium (skull)
Complete the table below stating the type of synovial joint and then match it
to the description.
Use the types of joints identified below:
Gliding
Hinge
Ball and socket
Type of synovial joint/example
Saddle
Pivot
Condyloid
Description
Movement can be made possible in
two planes
This joint moves in 2 planes
Movement is limited
This joint moves in one plane only
Movement is limited
This is when one bone slides on top
of another. Movement is limited
One bone is able to turn on top of
another. Movement is limited
Has the ability to move in all
directions
Worksheet 1E – Function of the
Skeleton/Bones
Identify the functions of the skeleton
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The development of bone from cartilage is called (circle the correct answer)
Embryo
Hyaline
Ossification
Patella
Sternum
Match the following terms to the correct definition:
Terms
Osteoblasts
Definition
These produce collagen
and minerals that are
needed for bone growth
and the hardening of the
bones.
Osteocytes
When a bone is damaged
these cells clean up the
area and are responsible
for absorbing and
removing bone so that
osteoclasts can then form
the new bone.
Osteoclasts
These are the main cells of
the bone tissue required
for maintaining healthy
bones.
In the space below, using your own words describe how bones grow. This
can be shown by a diagram if preferred:
Worksheet 1F: Bones
Complete the following table in pairs stating the function and provide an
example for each type of bone.
Bone type
Description
Long
These are the
longer bones in
the body
These are the
shorter bones
found in our
hands and feet
These can attach
to larger muscles
Short
Flat
Irregular
Function
Example
These are
irregular in
shape.
Complete the skeleton with a key showing where your
example bones are and colour them in:
Key
Colour Bone type
Long bone
Short bone
Irregular
bone
Flat Bone
Worksheet 1G: Practical Movement
For each of the movement patterns describe what occurs and give an
example:
Movement
Flexion
Extension
Adduction
Abduction
Rotation
Description
Example
Sporting movement classifications
Sport 1 - ____________________________________________
Movement
Flexion
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Extension
Adduction
Abduction
Rotation
Sport 2 - ____________________________________________
Movement
Flexion
Extension
Adduction
Abduction
Rotation
Example
Sport 3 - ____________________________________________
Movement
Flexion
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Extension
Adduction
Abduction
Rotation
Sport 4 - ____________________________________________
Movement
Flexion
Extension
Adduction
Abduction
Rotation
Example
Worksheet 1H: Effects of Exercise on Bones
In pairs create a mind map below of what effect exercise
has on the bones. Think about both the long term and the
short term effects:
Effect of
exercise on
the bones
Worksheet 1I: Major Muscles of the Body
Label the major muscles on the following diagrams using the muscles named
in the box:
triceps
biceps
gluteus maximus
quadriceps
hamstrings
gastrocnemius
pectorals
trapezius
deltoids
abdominals
obliques
erector spinae
Anterior muscles of the body
Worksheet 1I: Major Muscles of the Body
(continued)
Posterior muscles of the body
Worksheet 1J: Types of Muscles
Complete the table below giving a description and an example of each muscle
type:
Muscle type
Description
Example
Skeletal muscle
Smooth muscle
Cardiac muscle
Define the following terms:
Tendon:
Agonist:
Antagonist:
Prime mover:
In your own words describe the action when you kick a football, referring to
muscle actions:
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Practical/Worksheet 1K: Muscle
Contraction
Describe what happens when the following types of contraction take place
giving a sporting example of each:
Type of contraction
Description
Example
Concentric
Eccentric
Isometric
Carry out the following movements and give examples of a
muscle carrying out each type of contraction e.g. in a bicep curl
isometric contraction is your pectorals as they do not move.
Movement = Push up
Type of Contraction
Concentric
Eccentric
Isometric
Muscle carrying out contraction type
Movement = Shoulder pass in netball
Type of Contraction
Muscle carrying out contraction type
Concentric
Eccentric
Isometric
Movement = Football kick
Type of Contraction
Muscle carrying out contraction type
Concentric
Eccentric
Isometric
Movement = Sit up
Type of Contraction
Concentric
Eccentric
Isometric
Muscle carrying out contraction type
Assignment 2
Learning Activities and
Worksheets
Assignment 2: Learning Activities
Activity 2.1: Worksheet – Cardiovascular system
Relevant section in learner pack: Section Three, Part 3.1-3.2
Complete Worksheet 2A
Activity 2.2: Worksheet – Blood vessels
Relevant section in learner pack: Section Three, Part 3.3
Complete Worksheet 2B
Activity 2.3: Worksheet – Function of the
cardiovascular system
Relevant section in learner pack: Section Three, Part 3.1
Complete Worksheet 2C
Activity 2.4: Worksheet – The passage of blood
around the cardiovascular system
Using the previously completed heart diagram and the terms in the box the
learner can create a flow chart or describe the passage of blood around the
heart and lungs.
This can be used according to the learners’ learning styles or as a recap
activity.
Complete Worksheet 2D
Activity 2.5: Practical – The effects of exercise on
the cardiovascular system
Relevant section in learner pack: Section Three, Part 3.4
Carry out a range of sports activities in a sports hall or outdoor environment
that shows the effects of exercise on the CV system. Ensure that a warm up is
conducted prior to engaging in the games and a cool down at the end.
These activities can be games such as badminton, volleyball, football netball
etc. Ask the group to pay particular attention to how they feel when running,
resting and moving.
On completion of the session the group should discuss how they felt during
certain points in the activities.
Activity 2.6: Worksheet/Discussion – Effects of
exercise on the CV system
Relevant section in learner pack: Section Three, Part 3.4
Use the sports activities carried out in activity 3.4 start a discussion on the
short and long term effects of exercise on the CV system.
Learners should work in small groups and mind map the short and long term
effects of exercise on the CV System.
Activity 2.7: Worksheet – Structure of the
respiratory system
Relevant section in learner pack; Section Four, Part 4.1
Complete Worksheet 2E
Activity 2.8: Worksheet – Mechanics of breathing
Relevant section in learner pack: Section Four, Part 4.2
Complete Worksheet 2F
Activity 2.9: Practical/Worksheet - Effects of
exercise on the reparatory system
Relevant section in learner pack: Section Four, Part 4.3
Using a sports hall or outdoor environment carry out a range of sports
activities e.g. netball, volleyball, badminton etc.
Following the activity evaluate and recap the mechanics of breathing.
In small groups discuss the short and long term effects of exercise on the
respiratory system.
Complete Worksheet 2G
Worksheet 2A: Cardiovascular System
Using a coloured pen complete the worksheet by labelling the following
anatomical names on the diagram below.
left atrium
left ventricle
right atrium
septum
right ventricle
bicuspid valve
tricuspid valve
semi-lunar valve
Using another coloured pen label the main blood vessels leading into and
out of the heart.
aorta
pulmonary vein
pulmonary artery
vena cava
Worksheet 2B: Blood Vessels
Complete the table below:
Blood vessel
Arteries
Arterioles
Capillaries
Veins
Venules
Structure
Function
Worksheet 2C: Function of the Cardiovascular
System
Complete the diagram below by colouring in red the parts of the system
where the blood is oxygenated and in blue the parts of the system where
the blood is deoxygenated.
Worksheet 2D: Passage of Blood Around
the Heart
Task
With the help of the terms in the box below explain the passage of the
blood around the heart and lungs. This can be done in the form of a flow
chart or described in the box below.
left atrium
right atrium
tricuspid valve septum
aorta
right ventricle
left ventricle
bicuspid valve semi-lunar valve
pulmonary vein pulmonary artery
vena cava
lungs
Worksheet 2E: Structure of the Respiratory
System
Label the diagram of the respiratory system using the following anatomical
terminology in the box below:
alveoli
epiglottis
larynx
bronchioles
trachea
bronchus
mouth
diaphragm
Explain below how air passes through the respiratory system to the alveoli:
Worksheet 2E: Structure of the Respiratory
System (Continued)
Once you have carried out the activity in 2E give a brief description to each of
the following terms completing the table below.
Anatomical Term
Epiglottis
Trachea
Bronchus
Alveoli
Diaphragm
Intercostal muscles
Brochioles
Description/function
Worksheet 2F: Mechanics of Breathing
Using the following words / phrases label the two diagrams below.
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Inspiration / expiration
Ribs lower volume of the thorax decreases / ribs move up and
out volume of the thorax increases
Diaphragm contracts / diaphragm relaxes
Explain the passage of air and the mechanics of breathing by writing in the
box below:
Worksheet 2G: Short and Long Term Effects
of Exercise on the Respiratory System
Describe below how you feel regarding breathing when you first start
exercising:
If an individual was to train for 6 weeks for a marathon race what long term
effects would this have on their respiratory system? Use the following terms
to describe the effect (vital capacity, VO2 max, efficiency):
If an individual stops training for a long period of time what would occur?
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Assignment 3
Learning Activities and
Worksheets
Assignment 3: Learning Activities
Activity 3.1: Worksheet – Energy systems
Relevant section in learner pack: Section Five, Part 5.1
Discuss and complete the different energy systems in the table
Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each of the systems
Discuss what is meant by the terms. Write down all that was discussed
Relate the discussions to actual sports and list them on the worksheet
Complete Worksheet 3A
Activity 3.2: Discussion/worksheet – Aerobic and
anaerobic activities
This can be done on flipchart paper and then share ideas between the group.
Make amendments as necessary on the continuum. Make sure it is discussed
in depth for full understanding to be observed.
Complete Worksheet 3B
Activity 3.3: Worksheet - Energy use of activities
Relevant section in learner pack: Section Five, Part 5.2.
Discuss which sports use the most energy.
Complete individually Worksheet 3C
Once completed discuss and give reasons why in the order you have placed
them.
Worksheet 3A: Energy Systems
For each of the systems below describe the system and give an example of
the sports that could use the system:
Energy system
Creatine phosphate
system
Description
Example
Lactic acid system
Aerobic system
In pairs discuss the advantages and disadvantages of each energy system:
Energy system
Creatine phosphate
system
Lactic acid system
Aerobic system
Advantages
Disadvantages
Write below what the following terms mean:
Aerobic system:
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List below sports that use anaerobic system predominantly:
Worksheet 3B: Aerobic and Anaerobic
Activities
In pairs discuss and place on the continuum below the sports in the box on
whether the sports are predominantly aerobic or anaerobic:
football
marathon
100m
400m
weightlifting
basketball
shot putt
Tour de France
gymnastics
50m swimming
400m swimming
Aerobic
Anaerobic
As a group compare where you have placed each of the sports and decide
on where the correct places are.
Worksheet 3C: Energy Use of Activities
For the sports below put them in order in the total amount of kilojoules used
during an average exercise period for each one.
marathon
100m sprint
Tour de France
weightlifting
basketball
shot putt
Tennis
swimming (recreational)
squash
walking
javelin
Most Energy Used
Least Energy Used