This is the first book in a comprehensive two-book series designed for the recently revised Stage 6 PDHPE syllabus, to be implemented in 2009 and 2010. It addresses the syllabus by focus question, dot and dash point, providing students with a systematic and thorough coverage of the two courses. Features: contains the most up-to-date information and data necessary to support the study of this course; models HSC-style questioning throughout; contains a useful review section after each chapter.

Table of Contents

1. What does health mean to individuals?; 2. What influences the health of individuals?; 3. What strategies help to promote the health of individuals?; 4. How do the musculoskeletal and cardiorespiratory systems of the body influence and respond to movement?; 5. What is the relationship between physical fitness, training and movement efficiency?; 6. How do biomechanical principles influence movement?; 7. First Aid; 8. Composition and performance; 9. Fitness choices; 10. Outdoor Recreation.