
Activity Planner
Running - Shuttle Runs
Hurling / Football — Fitness Exercise
Shuttle runs use a series of lines to challenge the players to run continuously for a set time or distance
Organisation
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Mark a series of lines at increasing distances from the start line
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Different coloured markers can be used to identify the different lines for young children
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The players run continuously out and back to each successive line
Key Points
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Ensure the players have enough room to perform the exercise safely
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Use short strides when turning and longer strides when running in a straight line
Equipment
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An inventory of equipment to support ABC exercises is available in the Resources section