AQA Section A (Applied A & P) and Section A (Exercise Phys) paper, mark scheme and FB sheet

I have devised a challenging 85 mark question for paper 1 covering paper 1 section A: Applied Anatomy & Physiology) and paper 2 section A: Exercise Physiology (Diet & Nutrition and Training methods) - please note no BIOMECHANICS IS INCLUDED as have not covered this topic yet! I have calaculated very challenging grade boundaries in line with the old legacy specification - please feel free to adapt for your students.

Question topics and stucture for A & P section:
2 multiple choice
MOvement analysis, levers and planes and axis
Oxygen dissociation
Benefits of a warm up on neuromuscular system
Mechanics of breathing
Blood pressure changes
Venous return mechanisms
Redistribution of blood flow
Extended 8 marker on altitude training

Question topics and stucture for Ex Phys section:
2 multiple choice
Interpretation of HR graphs and justification of methods of training
Application of FITT principles to circuit training
Periodisation and how to reduce risk of injury
Karvonen method
Supplementation
Extended 8 mark question on Interval training
Extended 15 mark question on fartlek and weight training

Included to assist your teaching and delivery and save you planning time are the following resources:

1. Ready to print question paper - with exam command words highlighted for students
2. A detailed and comprehensive mark scheme with grade boundaries already calculated for you (feel free to adapt for your students / school)
3. A students feedback sheet broken down for each question to highlight strengths and areas to focus revision on.
4. I have included visual good and bad practice for a range of questions clearly annotating students answers and highlighting where marks are awarded etc.

I hope you find these resources useful in the preparation for the upcoming exams.

Good luck to everyone!

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