How do the systems of the body influence and respond to movement?
Content Point Six
Demonstrate and analyse how the systems of the body work together in a variety of movements
Including:
- structure and function
NESA Glossary of Key Words:
Demonstrate - Identify issues and provide points for and/or against.
Analyse - Identify components and the relationship between them;
draw out and relate implications.
The Interrelationship of Body Systems
How do the systems of the body influence and respond to movement?
Content Point Six
Demonstrate and analyse how the systems of the body work together in a variety of movements
Including:
- structure and function
NESA Glossary of Key Words:
Demonstrate - Identify issues and provide points for and/or against.
Analyse - Identify components and the relationship between them;
draw out and relate implications.
Specific Sporting Example - How These Systems Work Together in Sprinting
Learning Activities
1. Choose a specific movement (sprinting, swimming, dancing, aerobics).
Create a visual representation of how the various body systems (nervous, muscular, skeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, digestive) interact to produce the movement in this activity.
Use diagrams, labels, arrows to show the interconnections.
2. Analyse the case study below:
A high school basketball athlete, Sal is experiencing pain in their right knee after recent training sessions. The pain is particularly noticeable during sprinting and jumping exercises. Sal's coach has noticed a slight decrease in their performance and is concerned about the upcoming competition.
Identify the potential body systems involved in Sal's pain.
a. How might these systems be interacting to cause the pain?
b. What factors could be contributing to the pain, such as overuse, technique or underlying conditions?
c. What are some possible interventions could help Sal manage the pain and improve performance?
3. Create a summary chart to demonstrate how each body system works with one another.
Revision Questions
1. Compare and contrast the roles of the nervous, muscular, and skeletal systems in producing movement.
2. Explain how the cardiovascular and respiratory systems work together to support physical activity.
Provide examples of how these systems adapt to increased demands during exercise.
3. Discuss the impact of the endocrine and digestive systems on movement performance.
How do these systems influence energy levels, muscle function and overall health?
4. Analyse how the systems of the body work together in a sport of your choice.
Sample Answers
Sample answers coming soon.
