Classroom Resource

Rating of Perceived Exertion: Borg Scales

Subject Area

Physical Education

Grade(s)

7, 8

Overview

Rating of Perceived Exertion (RPE) is a widely used and reliable indicator to monitor and guide exercise intensity. The scale allows individuals to subjectively rate their level of exertion during exercise or exercise testing. Developed by Gunnar Borg, it is often also referred to as the Borg Scale.

This resource explains the Borg Scale and includes a visual display.

Content Standards

Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): 7

PE19.7.3.9
Explain how the Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) scale can be used to determine the perception of the work effort or intensity of exercise.

Physical Education (2019) Grade(s): 8

PE19.8.3.9
Apply concepts of physical fitness to adjust physical activity intensity.

Interdisciplinary Connection(s)

Link to Resource

https://www.sralab.org/sites/default/files/2018-04/Rating_of_perceived_exertion…

Content Type / Source

CR Resource Type

Informational Material

Resource Provider

Other

Resource Provider other

Heart Online

Accessibility

License

License Type

CUSTOM

Custom License Type (URL)

https://www.heartfoundation.org.au/terms-and-conditions

Approved Date

2021-07-07

Curated by

Design by Adaptive Theme

Learning Resource Type