Task 2
Understand the benefits and possible hazards of different types of exercise
2.1- Describe the general benefits to health of regular moderate exercise
2.2- Research the benefits and health hazards associated with a specific type of exercise (e.g. high impact exercise, weight training)
Leaflet/ (2.1)
2.1- Prepare a leaflet which offers a description of the benefits to health of regular moderate exercise e.g. running, walking, swimming, cycling etc.
The leaflet needs to be 2 A4 sides- so if it was printed it would be double sided.
The following information needs to be included:
Explain why is regular exercise important?
Explain how does regular exercise benefit an individual’s health
Explain what is the recommended exercise for an individual ages between 19-64 to stay healthy
Explain how much exercise is enough
Explain why do people stop their exercise plan
Essay (2.2)
2.2- Write a short account (approx.600-800 words) of the perceived benefits and health hazards associated with High Intensity Interval Training (H.I.I.T)
The following information needs to be included:
Explain what is high intensity interval training
Explain what reasons do people do high intensity training interval training
Explain what are the benefits of High Intensity Interval Training
Explain what are the health hazards of High Intensity Interval Training.
Remember to follow the Harvard style of referencing throughout your work.
Remember to include a reference list.
Grading Information for this Assignment
Grade Descriptor: 1 understanding of the subject
For a Merit your work or performance must:
• Demonstrate a very good grasp of the relevant knowledge base
For a Distinction your work or performance must:
Demonstrate an excellent grasp of the relevant knowledge base
Guidance notes: Use a variety of credible sources to develop your knowledge and understanding.
Grade Descriptor: 2 application of knowledge
For a Merit your work or performance must:
• Show a very good grasp of the meaning and significance of new information
For a Distinction your work or performance must:
• Show an excellent grasp of the meaning and significance of new information
Guidance notes: Explain your answers clearly and concisely, offering examples where possible
Grade Descriptor: 5. Communication and presentation:
For a Merit your work or performance must:
• Show very good command of language (including technical and specialist language)
• Show very good command of spelling
• Show very good command of referencing
• Show very good command of punctuation.
For a Distinction your work or performance must:
• Show excellent command of language (including technical and specialist language)
• Show excellent command of spelling
• Show excellent command of referencing
• Show excellent command of punctuation.
Guidance notes: Learner Guidance notes: Please take care when writing your assignment. You must proof-read your work and ensure that work is fully referenced using the Harvard system.
Grade Descriptor: 7 Quality
For a Merit your work or performance must:
• Taken as a whole, demonstrate a very good response to the demands of the brief/assignment
For a Distinction your work or performance must:
• Taken as a whole, demonstrates an excellent response to the demands of the brief/assignment
Guidance notes: Plan your time wisely, take care with your work and make sure that you address all of the questions.