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Coasting is a stand up paddle boarding program aimed at improving women’s motivation and confidence through physical activity. This video examines the program in terms of the social-ecological model and the four main factors influencing physical activity. Featuring commentary from Kim Surfing Victoria’s Kim Byrne and Deakin University’s Dr Helen Brown, this is an excellent learning resource for senior secondary level Health and Physical Education. Show Less

Why are some people physically active and others not? This program examines the social-ecological model and its four main categories of factors that influence participation in physical activity – individual; social environment; physical environment; and policy and organisational. With comments from Deakin University’s Dr Helen Brown, this is an ideal resource for senior secondary level students of Health, Physical Education and allied disciplines. Show Less

The respiratory system makes a number of chronic adaptations to regular training. As the programme's presenter prepares for a marathon with her coach, and a trained endurance athlete, we examine a number of those chronic adaptations, including increased tidal volume, changes in respiration rate, increased lung ventilation, VO2max and lactate inflection point. Show Less

A number of chronic adaptations to exercise occur in the muscular system. Both aerobic and anaerobic exercises bring about improved performance over time. As the programme's presenter trains for a marathon with her coach, we examine muscular adaptations to exercise types, including hypertrophy of muscle fibres, improved neuromuscular functioning, increased size and number of mitochondria and increased lactate inflection point. Show Less

Regular training causes chronic adaptations in the body’s systems. In this programme, our presenter who is preparing for her first marathon, her coach and a trained endurance runner, examine decreased resting heart rate, increased stroke volume and cardiac output, and increased arteriovenous oxygen difference. Three different types of aerobic training are also briefly discussed – continuous, Fartlek and interval training. Show Less

As our presenter undertakes some high intensity exercise with her CrossFit coach and a trained athlete to assist, she takes a close look at how the respiratory system responds. During the session, a sports scientist explains key areas such as tidal volume, respiratory rate, ventilation, diffusion of gases in the lungs, oxygen deficit, VO2 max and EPOC. Show Less

During exercise, multiple acute responses occur in the body to deliver more oxygen to the muscles. With the assistance of her CrossFit coach, a trained athlete, and a sports scientist, our presenter takes us through some of these responses, including recruitment of slow and fast-twitch muscle fibres, arteriovenous oxygen difference, enzyme concentration and lactic acid build-up. Show Less

When the body exercises, acute responses occur in the cardiovascular system, and our presenter wants to know more as she does her workout. Drawing on the expertise of a CrossFit coach, a highly trained athlete and a sports scientist, she explores how the muscles’ demand for more oxygen is met by changes in the heart rate, stroke volume, cardiac output and blood pressure. Show Less

Blue and white at 1,000 frames a second, this feel-good doco captures the emotion and adrenaline of the real-time two seconds in the air that these extreme athletes seek. We meet the international competitors at the One Hit Wonder and Mile High ski and snowboard aerial comps here in Australia. Russ Henshaw achieves the first ‘triple cork 1440’ in the Southern Hemisphere on the 92-foot high jump built by his mate Charles. We also look at life on the snowfields, and the year round winter lifestyle choice of the people who follow the White Air around the globe. Show Less

Mental preparedness is vital to succeed as an athlete. To stay calm and remain focused on the task at hand athletes need to develop the mental strength to block out external distractions. This excellent program discusses with athletes, coaches and sports psychologists techniques that can be adopted to clear your mind and maintain concentration. We explore developing a belief system that gives you the confidence to believe you have the talent to win and focus on that and not on what may interrupt that from external distractions. Show Less

Without the right fuel at the right time, an athlete’s performance inevitably suffers. Understanding the critical roles of nutrition and hydration in sport are explored in this fresh, revealing programme for senior secondary physical education audiences. Viewers are taken on a diary-type journey as Ironman Triathlete Bradley Conder prepares for the “big day”. A leading sports dietician examines how energy sources – particularly carbohydrates, proteins and sporting drinks – affect athletes at three different stages: pre-competition, during competition and post-competition. The meticulous nature of a high-performance diet are highlighted throughout the programme, illustrating just how far sports science has come and the constant demands the next generation of athletes will face. Show Less

Some athletes will go to extreme lengths to achieve success and the rewards that follow, including the use of legal and illegal performance enhancing substances. This interview-led programme will explore: the use of legal ergogenic aids, illegal drugs in sport, drug testing in sport, consequences of doping, and the Olympics and doping. We talk with research scientist Dr Alan Brailsford from the 2012 Olympics anti-doping team, Olympic and Paralympics athletes and coaches, and a sports nutritionist. Suitable for physical education and health related studies at senior high school and TAFE level, the production explores the adverse effects doping can have on health, personal reputation and the sport, as well as factors that motivate athletes to take such risks. Show Less

Athletes often talk about being “in the zone” and getting an adrenaline rush when competing. Sports science is now discovering exactly what occurs in an athlete’s mind during a performance and how these processes can be improved. An ideal resource for senior secondary physical education viewers, this rich, insightful program includes a range of interviews with Olympic athletes, coaches and sports psychologists. We learn how athletes stay motivated, deal with pressure and their best methods for maintaining optimum arousal during competition. Fear is a basic human response but the way in which athletes now use it their advantage offers compelling viewing. Show Less

The benefits of regular physical activity from a young age are highlighted in this energetic and informative programme for lower secondary health and P.E. learners. Viewers will hear from Olympic rower Kim Crow and a number of amateur orienteers, as they discuss the physical, mental and social outcomes of physical activity. The positive and negative aspects of group and individual activities are explored, including barriers to participation and how people from different backgrounds can overcome these challenges. This programme provides valuable practical knowledge and the perfect motivation for getting started with any type of physical activity. Show Less

Taking to nature has been a favourite pastime of humans for centuries. This practical, informative guide to outdoor expeditions is an excellent starting point for Outdoor Education learners in lower to middle secondary. Viewers will be shown exactly what it takes to prepare for an expedition (including how and what to pack), how to set up a camp site and the basic navigational skills for orienteering. Tips on safety, sanitation and equipment are also included, providing new outdoor enthusiasts with valuable knowledge and educators a valuable learning resource. Show Less

Winning is a great feeling, but there other goals we set ourselves when playing sport. Fair play and good sporting behaviour help make the activity enjoyable for everyone involved. This documentary-style programme will explore: what good sportsmanship is, codes of conduct for players, officials, coaches and spectators, being a team player, a good loser and winner, and resolving conflict, using practical examples. We talk with professional soccer player Mate Dugandzic, basketballer Daniel Dillon, rugby referee Natalie Amor, soccer referee Wilson Brown, and international rugby referee Nigel Owens. For studies in physical and outdoor education, this production provides valuable advice regarding the benefits of teamwork, mutual respect, and taking personal and social responsibility. Show Less

The benefits of physical fitness—including better overall health, protection from illness, improved mental health and a longer lifespan—are too important for teens to ignore. But many teens don’t understand exactly what “getting fit” really means or just how to improve their own level of fitness, or think that working out is just for athletes. This fast-paced programme introduces teens to the core elements of fitness: cardiorespiratory endurance, muscle strength and endurance, flexibility and body composition. Expert trainers teach detailed plans that every teen can use to boost each of these elements of fitness, plus tips for fitting an exercise plan into their busy lifestyles. By following two real teens as they embark on personalised get-in-shape plans, viewers learn how to develop an individualised routine that’s right for them. Overall, not only will students learn how to get fit, they’ll understand that fitness can—and should—be fun. Show Less

While focusing on the personal stories of four young athletes (two males and two females), the programme fully explores the most common injuries in school sports and how they can be prevented. Commentary by Dr. Laura Miele of the Sports Injury Prevention Center in Hartford focuses on these key principles: the importance of stretching and warm-up exercises, developing a strong core, using the right safety gear the right way, proper nutrition and dealing with injuries once they occur. After watching this video and reading the accompanying teacher resource materials found on the disc, students will understand the importance of preventing injuries in any type of athletic pursuit and learn some basic practices they can follow to keep themselves injury free. Show Less

There are risks involved with all outdoor activities. They make the experience challenging, adventurous, and ultimately rewarding. But how we assess and manage those risks is the key to having fun in the great outdoors. This programme addresses the nature of risk, including positive and negative consequences and emphasises the importance of personal responsibility in managing risk. An overview of how to identify, assess and reduce risks in recreational settings is provided. We meet Peta Whitford, Education Development Officer at Orienteering Victoria who walks us through the potential risks and rewards of outdoor activity. Show Less

The role of the sports coach/leader is to allow effective skill acquisition as well as guiding individuals and groups to reach their goals in terms of performance and competition. Nearly all those involved in sport will find themselves in a coaching situation at some point on their career from informal grassroots level through to international and professional sport. This film will explore what the requirements are of an effective sports coach. Show Less

The body of an athlete is the vehicle for achieving greatness. But this vehicle needs to be constantly maintained, repaired and improved. Greatness begins long before you step onto the sporting arena, it builds with each step you take, and a successful training programme makes sure those steps are taking you in the right direction. All sports are different and so are the athletes, so training programmes need to be tailored specifically to the athlete and the sport being played. This programme identifies the key components of an effective training programme and investigates the methods used to evaluate, modify and improve all training programmes. Show Less

This programme is a comprehensive guide to the classification and management of sports injuries. Wendy Braybon, head physiotherapist at the Victorian Institute of Sport, shows us how to classify and manage soft tissue injuries (such as sprains, skin abrasions, lacerations, and blisters) and hard tissue injuries (fractures and dislocations). We learn to apply the RICER technique for managing soft tissue injuries and the TOTAPS and DRABC techniques for assessing and managing hard tissue injuries. Throughout the programme we see detailed graphics and real-life examples of different injuries, talk to Paralympian Jessica Gallagher, and see dramatised scenarios demonstrating key injury management techniques. Show Less

Elite athletes employ simple strategies and techniques to improve performance. How better to gain an insight into these tried-and-tested methods, than to hear directly from the elite athletes and coaches themselves? This insightful programme takes us trackside to the training grounds of eight sportspeople from around the world, who share their personal insights and stories of performance training. We learn how to plan an effective training schedule and discuss the importance of psychological preparation. We also discuss the risks involved in performance enhancing drugs, and the benefits that current advances in sports technology bring to athletic performance and measurement. Show Less

The human body is always on the move. Whether we are jumping, running or sitting still; blood is pumping, muscles are contracting, and joints are moving. The body's internal systems perform complex processes every second of every day, so we can spend our time doing whatever we need to. This Australian-made, curriculum-fit programme takes us inside the human body, showing us just how the musculoskeletal and cardio-respiratory systems work and how they influence and respond to movement. Show Less

How can we use biomechanical principles to enhance performance? Trained athletes, fitness fanatics, and casual exercisers alike can all benefit from an understanding of biomechanics. In this Australian-made, curriculum-fit programme we see the main types of motion in action and learn how to calculate velocity, acceleration and momentum. We examine the two types of balance, discover the importance of knowing your centre of gravity and learn how to calculate force. We also explore the principles of fluid mechanics, including buoyancy, displacement and resistance. This is an action-packed, insightful examination of the mechanics of our bodies in motion. Show Less