3 Fundamental Movement Skills
Key Concepts
The three fundamental movement skills are essential for developing overall physical competence. These skills include running, jumping, and throwing. Each skill has specific techniques that, when mastered, can enhance performance in various physical activities and sports.
1. Running
Running is a basic movement skill that involves moving forward by alternating the feet. Proper running technique includes:
- Posture: Keep your head up, shoulders relaxed, and back straight.
- Stride: Take short, quick steps to maintain balance and speed.
- Arm Action: Swing your arms naturally, with elbows bent at 90 degrees, to help maintain momentum.
Imagine running like a cheetah chasing its prey. The cheetah's posture is upright, its strides are quick and efficient, and its arm movements help it maintain speed and balance.
2. Jumping
Jumping is a skill that involves propelling oneself into the air. Proper jumping technique includes:
- Preparation: Bend your knees and swing your arms back to gather momentum.
- Take-off: Push off the ground with your feet, using your legs to generate upward and forward motion.
- Landing: Land softly on the balls of your feet, bending your knees to absorb the impact.
Think of jumping like a kangaroo. The kangaroo bends its legs to gather energy, pushes off the ground powerfully, and lands softly to minimize impact.
3. Throwing
Throwing is a skill that involves propelling an object through the air. Proper throwing technique includes:
- Grip: Hold the object securely with your fingers spread around it.
- Stance: Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, one foot slightly ahead of the other.
- Motion: Bring your throwing arm back and then forward in a smooth, controlled movement, using your legs and core to generate power.
- Release: Let go of the object at the peak of your forward motion, with your wrist snapping forward to add spin and accuracy.
Imagine throwing like a baseball pitcher. The pitcher grips the ball securely, takes a stable stance, uses a smooth and powerful motion, and releases the ball with precision to hit the target.
By mastering these fundamental movement skills, you will enhance your overall physical competence and perform better in various physical activities and sports.