FITNESS
KIT BAG:
TESTING
WHA
T YOU NEED
1.
Long, ev
en, saf
Fitness testing :
e
Speed / Sprints
sur
face.
2.
Measuring tape
(minimum 30m).
TASK:
3.
Stopwatc
h.
Write a definition for SPEED
Due to its high intensity SPEED can
is measured over short distances.
Try these 2 well known tests and
see how you well you do against the
rest of your class.
The 30m Sprint test
Sprint HERE to find how you compare against
others in your age group
HAVE A GO:
Run 3 people through your test. How
30m
have you made sure that your test is
RELIABLE?
The 5m Shuttle test
Sprint HERE to find how you compare against
others in your age group
HAVE A GO:
Remember that these are MAXIMAL
tests so make sure that all participants
are warmed up appropriately – need
5m
help? Check out page 30
20 SPORT IQ 14-16 : MAY 2009