Health and Fitness

Sports and Society - Role of sports in society
Sports and Society - Role of sports in community development

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define the concept of sports and society
- Explain the role of sports in promoting community welfare
- Appreciate the significance of sports in society

- Use digital devices to research and discuss the role of sports in society
- Brainstorm on how sports contribute to community development
- Share experiences on sports activities in the local community

How does sports contribute to the development of society?

- ICT devices
- Whistles
- Appropriate apparatus
- Digital resources
- Reference materials
- Digital resources
- Case study materials

- Observation - Oral questions - Group discussions

Health and Fitness

Sports and Society - Cultural significance of sports
Sports and Society - Sports and cultural preservation
Sports and Society - Sports programmes for community development
Sports and Society - Impact of sports on social cohesion

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the cultural significance of sports in different communities
- Compare traditional and modern sports practices
- Embrace cultural diversity through sports
- Examine various sports programmes in the community
- Design a simple community sports programme
- Show commitment to community sports initiatives

- Research on traditional sports in various Kenyan communities
- Discuss how sports preserve cultural heritage
- Watch videos showcasing cultural sports activities
- Visit or research local sports programmes
- Develop a proposal for a school-community sports event
- Discuss challenges facing community sports

How do sports promote cultural identity and heritage?
How can sports programmes enhance community cohesion?

- ICT devices
- Videos on traditional sports
- Reference books
- Cultural artefacts
- Open space
- Traditional sports equipment
- Stationery
- Digital devices
- ICT devices
- Stationery
- Reference materials
- Sample programme templates
- Open space
- Sports equipment
- Whistles
- Markers

- Observation - Oral questions - Group presentations
- Written assignments - Project-based assessment - Oral questions

Health and Fitness

Body Composition - Meaning and types of body composition

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define the concept of body composition
- Distinguish between lean body weight and fat body weight
- Show interest in understanding body composition

- Research and discuss the meaning of body composition using digital devices
- Illustrate the components of body composition
- Discuss the importance of understanding one's body composition

What is body composition and why is it important for athletes?

- ICT devices
- Charts on body composition
- Reference books
- Digital resources

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Health and Fitness

Body Composition - Lean body weight
Body Composition - Fat body weight

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the concept of lean body weight
- Calculate lean body mass using simple methods
- Appreciate the importance of lean body mass in sports

- Discuss components that make up lean body weight
- Research the significance of lean body mass for athletes
- Practise estimating lean body weight

How does lean body weight affect athletic performance?

- Weighing scale
- Recording sheets
- Calculator
- Reference materials
- ICT devices
- Charts showing body fat levels
- Reference books
- BMI calculation chart

- Practical assessment - Observation - Written tests

Health and Fitness

Body Composition - Genetic and biological factors
Body Composition - Nutrition and physical activity factors

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Analyse genetic factors that determine body composition
- Explain how sex and age influence body composition
- Accept individual differences in body composition

- Research on how genetics affect body composition
- Discuss the influence of sex and age on body composition
- Compare body composition across different age groups

How do genetics and biological factors influence body composition?

- ICT devices
- Reference materials
- Charts
- Digital resources
- Nutrition charts
- Reference books
- Sample meal plans

- Observation - Written assignments - Oral questions

Health and Fitness

Body Composition - Metabolism and body composition
Body Composition - Body Mass Index (BMI)
Body Composition - Waist to hip ratio and girth measurement

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the concept of metabolism
- Relate metabolism to body composition changes
- Appreciate the role of metabolism in fitness
- Explain waist to hip ratio and girth measurement methods
- Measure body composition using waist to hip ratio and girth measurements
- Adopt healthy habits for ideal body composition

- Research on basal metabolic rate and its effects
- Discuss factors that affect metabolism
- Explore ways to maintain healthy metabolism
- Practise measuring waist and hip circumferences
- Calculate and interpret waist to hip ratio
- Take girth measurements of various body parts
- Discuss healthy living habits with peers

What is the relationship between metabolism and body composition?
What do waist to hip ratio measurements reveal about health risks?

- ICT devices
- Reference materials
- Digital resources
- Charts
- Weighing scale
- Tape measure
- BMI calculation chart
- Recording sheets
- Tape measure
- Recording sheets
- Rulers
- Strings
- Reference charts

- Oral questions - Written tests - Observation
- Practical assessment - Fitness tests - Observation

Health and Fitness

Posture for Efficient Performance - Correct posture in sports
Posture for Efficient Performance - Kyphosis

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define the concept of posture
- Identify characteristics of correct posture
- Appreciate the importance of correct posture in sports

- Use print or digital resources to research correct posture
- Observe and discuss correct postural positions
- Demonstrate correct standing and sitting postures

What constitutes correct posture in sports performance?

- ICT devices
- Open space
- Stationery
- Chairs
- Charts showing postural defects
- Reference books
- Open space

- Observation - Practical assessment - Oral questions

Health and Fitness

Posture for Efficient Performance - Lordosis and Scoliosis
Posture for Efficient Performance - Posture in sitting and walking

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Distinguish between lordosis and scoliosis
- Identify signs and causes of lordosis and scoliosis
- Value early detection of postural defects

- Research and discuss lordosis and scoliosis
- Compare the three postural defects
- Create a chart comparing kyphosis, lordosis and scoliosis

What are the differences between lordosis and scoliosis?

- ICT devices
- Charts
- Stationery
- Reference materials
- Chairs
- Open space
- Markers
- ICT devices

- Written assignments - Observation - Group presentations

Health and Fitness

Posture for Efficient Performance - Posture in running and jumping
Posture for Efficient Performance - Posture in throwing and kicking

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain correct posture during running and jumping
- Perform running and jumping with correct posture
- Embrace correct posture for improved performance

- Observe videos demonstrating running and jumping techniques
- Practise running with correct body alignment
- Demonstrate various jumping techniques with proper posture

How does posture affect efficiency in running and jumping?

- Open space
- Stop watch
- Markers
- ICT devices
- Balls
- Whistles

- Practical assessment - Observation - Video analysis

Health and Fitness

Posture for Efficient Performance - Analysing posture and performance
Posture for Efficient Performance - Mini games with correct posture
Aerobics - Concept and benefits of aerobics

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Analyse the impact of posture on athletic performance
- Evaluate posture during various sports activities
- Recognise the connection between posture and success in sports
- Apply correct posture during mini games
- Evaluate peers' posture during gameplay
- Appreciate the role of correct posture in sports enjoyment

- Observe and analyse athletes' posture during performance
- Discuss how poor posture affects sports outcomes
- Research on posture-related injuries in sports
- Play mini games focusing on maintaining correct posture
- Provide peer feedback on posture during activities
- Reflect on personal posture improvement

How does incorrect posture limit athletic performance?
How can athletes maintain correct posture during competitive games?

- ICT devices
- Videos of athletes
- Reference materials
- Open space
- Open space
- Balls
- Markers
- Whistles
- Appropriate apparatus
- ICT devices
- Music system
- Reference materials

- Observation - Written assignments - Group discussions
- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer evaluation

Health and Fitness

Aerobics - Floor aerobics
Aerobics - Facilities for aerobics

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe floor aerobics and its components
- Perform basic floor aerobic movements
- Enjoy participating in floor aerobics

- Watch demonstrations of floor aerobic routines
- Practise basic floor aerobic movements
- Perform floor exercises to music

What movements are included in floor aerobics?

- Open space
- Music system
- Mats
- Whistle
- ICT devices
- Reference materials
- Checklist

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer evaluation

Health and Fitness

Aerobics - Equipment for aerobics

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify equipment used in aerobics
- Use aerobic equipment safely and correctly
- Appreciate the role of equipment in enhancing aerobic workouts

- Observe different aerobic equipment in videos
- Practise using improvised step boards
- Discuss safety measures when using aerobic equipment

How does equipment enhance aerobic exercise effectiveness?

- Music system
- Improvised step boards
- Whistle
- Open space

- Practical assessment - Observation - Oral questions

Health and Fitness

Aerobics - Warm up phase
Aerobics - Body conditioning phase

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the purpose of warm up in aerobics
- Perform appropriate warm up activities
- Acknowledge the importance of warming up before exercise

- Discuss the importance and components of warm up
- Demonstrate various warm up exercises
- Lead peers in warm up activities

Why is the warm up phase essential before aerobic exercise?

- Open space
- Music system
- Whistle
- Stop watch
- Improvised step boards
- Whistle

- Practical assessment - Observation - Peer evaluation

Health and Fitness

Aerobics - Cool down phase
Aerobics - Planning an aerobics session
Aerobics - Leading an aerobics session

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the importance of cool down after aerobics
- Perform appropriate cool down activities
- Value the recovery process after exercise
- Conduct an aerobics session with peers
- Apply leadership skills in fitness instruction
- Appreciate aerobics in promoting community fitness

- Discuss why cool down is necessary
- Demonstrate stretching and relaxation exercises
- Practise cool down routines after workout
- Lead peers through a complete aerobics session
- Use safe apparatus and facilities
- Receive and give constructive feedback

Why is the cool down phase important after aerobic exercise?
What skills are needed to lead an effective aerobics session?

- Open space
- Music system
- Mats
- Whistle
- Stationery
- ICT devices
- Reference materials
- Music playlist
- Open space
- Music system
- Improvised step boards
- Whistle

- Practical assessment - Observation - Oral questions
- Practical assessment - Peer evaluation - Observation

Health and Fitness

Aerobics - Evaluating aerobics sessions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Evaluate aerobics sessions conducted by peers
- Provide constructive feedback on aerobics performance
- Commit to regular aerobic exercise for fitness

- Observe and assess peer-led aerobics sessions
- Complete evaluation checklists
- Share experiences and improvements made

How can aerobics sessions be improved for better outcomes?

- Open space
- Music system
- Evaluation forms
- Whistle

- Peer evaluation - Observation - Reflection journals

Health and Fitness

Recreation and Wellness - Physical dimension of wellness
Recreation and Wellness - Emotional and mental dimensions

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define recreation and wellness
- Explain the physical dimension of wellness
- Value physical wellness for quality life

- Use digital devices to research dimensions of wellness
- Discuss how recreational activities enhance physical health
- Identify activities that promote physical wellness

How do recreational activities enhance physical wellness?

- ICT devices
- Open space
- Reference materials
- Stationery

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Health and Fitness

Recreation and Wellness - Social dimension of wellness
Recreation and Wellness - Criteria for recreational activities

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain the social dimension of wellness
- Participate in recreational activities that promote social interaction
- Embrace teamwork through recreational activities

- Discuss how recreation enhances social connections
- Engage in group recreational activities
- Reflect on social benefits of sports participation

How do recreational activities promote social wellness?

- Open space
- Appropriate apparatus
- Whistle
- Markers
- Markers
- Checklist

- Observation - Practical assessment - Group activities

Health and Fitness

Recreation and Wellness - Road safety awareness
Recreation and Wellness - Designing road safety posters

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Identify risks encountered on roads during recreational activities
- Observe road safety measures during sports practice
- Acknowledge the importance of road safety

- Brainstorm on potential road risks during sports
- Discuss safety measures when practicing near roads
- Role play safe behaviours during road-side activities

What risks do athletes face when practicing near roads?

- ICT devices
- Stationery
- Road safety charts
- Reference materials
- Markers
- Chart papers

- Observation - Oral questions - Group discussions

Health and Fitness

Recreation and Wellness - Benefits of recreation over time
Injuries in Sports - Introduction to sports injuries
Injuries in Sports - Types of acute injuries

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Evaluate the holistic benefits of recreation activities
- Document personal recreation experiences
- Embrace recreation as a lifelong practice
- Define sports injuries
- Classify sports injuries into acute and chronic categories
- Show concern for injury prevention in sports

- Share feedback on holistic benefits experienced
- Reflect on personal wellness improvements through recreation
- Create a personal recreation plan
- Use digital media to search classification of injuries
- Discuss common sports injuries in various activities
- Create notes on types of sports injuries

How do recreational activities improve quality of life over time?
What are the main categories of sports injuries?

- ICT devices
- Reflection journals
- Stationery
- Reference materials
- ICT devices
- Books/manuals on sports injuries
- First aid kit
- Reference materials
- Charts on injuries
- Reference books

- Reflection journals - Written assignments - Oral presentations
- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Health and Fitness

Injuries in Sports - Types of chronic injuries
Injuries in Sports - Road-related sports injuries

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Explain chronic injuries in sports
- Differentiate between acute and chronic injuries
- Value long-term health through injury awareness

- Discuss chronic injuries like tendinitis and stress fractures
- Compare characteristics of acute and chronic injuries
- Research causes of overuse injuries

What distinguishes chronic injuries from acute injuries?

- ICT devices
- Reference materials
- Charts
- Books on sports medicine
- Stationery
- Safety charts

- Observation - Written assignments - Oral questions

Health and Fitness

Injuries in Sports - Causes of sports injuries
Injuries in Sports - Prevention strategies

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Analyse causes of sports injuries
- Create a table relating injury types with their causes
- Acknowledge the importance of understanding injury causes

- Research and discuss causes of various sports injuries
- Draw a table relating sports injuries to their causes
- Present findings to class

What factors contribute to sports injuries?

- ICT devices
- Stationery
- Reference books
- Charts
- Open space
- Sports equipment
- First aid kit
- Whistle

- Written assignments - Observation - Project-based assessment

Health and Fitness

Injuries in Sports - Safe practice on roads

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Apply safety measures when practicing sports along roads
- Evaluate personal safety habits during sports
- Commit to lifelong injury prevention practices

- Observe safety while running or practicing near roads
- Demonstrate safe behaviours during outdoor sports
- Reflect on personal commitment to injury prevention

How can athletes ensure safety when training near roads?

- Open space
- Appropriate apparatus
- Safety vests
- Markers

- Practical assessment - Observation - Reflection journals

Coaching

Introduction to Coaching - Concept and importance of coaching
Introduction to Coaching - Qualities of a good coach
Introduction to Coaching - Components of a training programme
Introduction to Coaching - Warm up and skill training elements

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Define the concept of coaching in sports
- Explain the importance of coaching in athletic development
- Appreciate the role of coaches in sports
- Identify the elements of a training programme
- Analyse the purpose of each training element
- Show interest in understanding training structures

- Use digital devices to research the meaning of coaching
- Discuss the significance of coaching in sports performance
- Watch videos of coaches training athletes
- Research elements of training programmes
- Discuss warm up, skill training, practice, mini-games, and cool down
- Create notes on training programme components

What is coaching and why is it important in sports?
What are the essential elements of a sports training programme?

- ICT devices
- Reference materials
- Videos on coaching
- Stationery
- Reference books
- Case study materials
- ICT devices
- Reference materials
- Sample training programmes
- Stationery
- Open space
- Whistles
- Stop watch
- Appropriate apparatus

- Observation - Oral questions - Written assignments

Coaching

Introduction to Coaching - Practice, mini-games and cool down
Introduction to Coaching - Designing training programmes for games

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Describe practice sessions and mini-games in training
- Explain the significance of cool down activities
- Value structured training for athletic improvement

- Discuss the role of practice and mini-games in skill development
- Demonstrate cool down activities
- Participate in a structured practice session

How do practice sessions and cool down contribute to athlete development?

- Open space
- Sports equipment
- Whistles
- Markers
- Stationery
- ICT devices
- Reference materials
- Sample programme templates

- Practical assessment - Observation - Group activities

Coaching

Introduction to Coaching - Designing training programmes for track events

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:
- Develop training programmes for track events
- Adapt programme elements for athletics
- Appreciate the specificity of athletic training

- Create training programmes for hurdling, middle-distance races, and cross country
- Incorporate all five training elements
- Share and receive feedback on programmes

How do training programmes for track events differ from games?

- Stationery
- ICT devices
- Reference materials
- Open space

- Project-based assessment - Written assignments - Group presentations