Hello, young learners! Welcome back to Primary 3 Basic Science & Technology. In our previous lesson, we learned about Athletics. Today, we’re going to learn about Sprints.
Objectives
By the end of this lesson, you should be able to:
- Define sprint
- List 2 examples of short distance races.
- Demonstrate a sprint on the field.
Sprints
A sprint is a short and fast race where you run as fast as you can for a short distance. It is a type of running that requires speed, power, and endurance.
What is a Sprint?
A sprint is a short-distance race where the goal is to run as fast as possible. The most common sprint distances are 100 meters, 200 meters, and 400 meters.
Short Distance Races
Some examples of short distance races include:
- 100m race: This is the shortest sprint race and is often called the “dash.”
- 200m race: This is a longer sprint race that requires more endurance than the 100m race.
- 400m race: This is the longest sprint race and is often called the “quarter mile.”
Sprint Demonstration
To demonstrate a sprint, you need to:
- Start: You will start from a crouched position with your feet shoulder-width apart. Your hands should be on the ground in front of you. When the starting gun goes off, you will push off with your feet and run as fast as you can.
- Running: You will run with your arms swinging back and forth and your legs pumping as fast as you can. You will also need to keep your head up and your eyes focused on the finish line.
- Finishing: You will finish the race by crossing the finish line with your chest.
Evaluation Questions
Now that you’ve learned about sprints, let’s see if you can answer these questions:
- What is a sprint?
- Can you name some short distance races?
- What are some important things to remember when sprinting?
- Why is it important to run with proper form when sprinting?
- What are some benefits of sprinting?
Conclusion
Today, we learned about sprints, which are short and fast races. We also learned about some examples of short distance races, such as the 100m, 200m, and 400m races. Remember to always run with proper form when sprinting to avoid injuries. Keep practicing and you will become a better sprinter! Don’t forget to check the comments section if you have any questions, and use the navigation to move to the next lesson. See you in the next lesson!
