Structure of the Skeleton **2026 HOT TOPIC** Functions of the Skeletal system Types of Bones

Types of Joint Joint Actions Structure of a Synovial Joint

Structure of the Spine and Posture

Types of Muscle Structure of the Muscular System

Muscle Movement Muscle Contractions

Muscle Fibre Types - Characteristics and Performance

Structure of the Respiratory System Functions of the Respiratory System Diffusion and Gaseous Exchange

Measurements of the Respiratory System Respiratory Changes

Structure and Function of Blood Vessels Blood Redistribution

Structure of the Heart Cardiac Cycle

Cardiovascular Measurement Blood Pressure

**2026 HOT TOPIC** Aerobic and Anaerobic Energy

**2026 HOT TOPIC** Short Term Effects of Health and Fitness Activities **2026 HOT TOPIC** Long Term Effects of Health and Fitness Activities

Health and Fitness

**2026 HOT TOPIC** Health-related Components of Fitness **2026 HOT TOPIC** Skill-related Components of Fitness

Principles of training Principles of Overload

CV endurance fitness tests Handgrip dynamometer Muscular endurance fitness tests Body composition fitness tests Sit & reach test

Illinois agility test 30m sprint test Alternate hand-wall toss test Vertical jump test Stork stand Ruler drop test

Using data Validity & reliability

Interval training Circuit training Fartlek training Continuous training Weight Training, Body Weight Training, Reps and Sets Plyometric training Flexibility training

Heart rate training zones

Active v sedentary lifestyle

Key Nutrients - Fat, Carbohydrates and Protein Key Nutrients - Vitamins, Minerals, Fibre and Water Balanced Diet Hydration Energy expenditure

**2026 HOT TOPIC** Methods of rest and recovery

**2026 HOT TOPIC** Drugs, Smoking, Alcohol and Stress

Health and Fitness Analysis Tools

Collecting, Using, Analysing and Evaluating Data Goal Setting

Components of a Health and Fitness Programme Health and Safety The Session Plan **2026 HOT TOPIC** Warm Up **2026 HOT TOPIC** Cool Down Main Activity Session

Reviewing the Activity Session Timescales and Goal Setting