Summary
The SciGirls build a training program from data -- measuring performance, adjusting the plan and remeasuring to see whether the change actually helped. Bilingual (Spanish/English).
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Discussion questions
Discussion
Full episode (28 min) from SciGirls, season 4.
- What did the girls measure before and after training?
- Why do you need a 'before' number at all?
- Which part of fitness would you want to improve?
Quick work-a-long
Vocabulary: baseline, training, endurance, data.
Try it: Measure how many jumping jacks you can do in 30 seconds. Practice for a week, remeasure, and record the change.