Start Fast? How Pacing Works

Learning Resource Type

Classroom Resource

Subject Area

Health Education

Physical Education

Grade(s)

8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Overview

Marathon runners must run much greater distances than their track-and-field counterparts, needing to start slow and speed up towards the end. This experiment will help you to discover why.

Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): 8

PE19.8.3.10
Explain how body systems interact with one another during physical activity.

Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): 09-12 - Beginning Kinesiology - Level 1

PE19.BK1.3.9
Determine target heart rate and apply that information to a personal fitness plan.

Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): 09-12 - Beginning Kinesiology - Level 2

PE19.BK2.3.9
Modify intensity to keep heart rate in the target zone using available technology.

HE19.HE.6.1

CR Resource Type

Learning Activity

Resource Provider

Education.com

License Type

Custom

https://www.education.com/science-fair/article/pace-long-distance-or-fast-start/

Custom License Type (URL)

https://www.education.com/science-fair/article/pace-long-distance-or-fast-start/

Accessibility

Text Resources: Content is organized under headings and subheadings

Comments or Notes

Education.com offers a basic (free) membership that gives teachers access to three free content downloads each month. Teachers can select from worksheets, games, activities, lesson plans, and science projects.

Approved Date

2021-05-10

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