Outline the functions of protein.

Describe essential amino acids.

Identify a source of essential amino acids.

Outline two types of connective tissue of joints.

Describe the functions of erythrocytes, platelets and leucocytes.

Evaluate the Harvard Step Test.

Explain the role of insulin in the body.

Describe the types of movement of the ball and socket joint at the shoulder.

The diagram shows a shot putter.

Identify two possible benefits of genetic screening in shot put.

Using sporting examples, distinguish the physiological characteristics of high-intensity and endurance activities.

A 1500 m runner accelerates at the start of a race until they reach their desired speed. In the final stage, they sprint towards the finish line. After the race, they perform an active recovery. Explain the phenomena of oxygen deficit and oxygen debt (EPOC) during and after the race.

Explain why an elite basketballer would be able to process relevant sporting signals more effectively than a novice.

Using examples, describe how three different types of drag can be reduced in swimming.

Define Newton’s first law of motion.

Explain how Newton’s laws of motion apply in a team sport.

Describe the function of adrenaline during exercise.

Discuss the distribution of blood at rest and redistribution of blood during strenuous exercise.

Using examples, outline the different methods of transfer.

Identify the structures A, B and C in the diagram.

Define the term origin of a muscle.

Explain the role of ATP in providing energy for a sprinter’s muscles to contract.

Explain reciprocal inhibition during knee extension when kicking.

The diagram shows the lower leg.

Identify the elements A, B and C of the lever system.

Using anatomical terminology, state the location ofthe tibia relative to the femur.

Using anatomical terminology, state the location ofthe fibula relative to the tibia.

Using anatomical terminology, state the location ofthe patella relative to the tibia.

Distinguish between cognitive and perceptual motor skills.

State three different approaches to the classification of motor skills.

Apply these three approaches to relevant sporting examples.

Discuss the differences between a skilled and a novice footballer.

Evaluate the relative contributions of the three energy systems in a footballer during a match.