IB SEHS - A - Exercise Physiology & Nutrition - ALL Presentations

IB SEHS (2026 Specification) Topic A – Exercise Physiology & Nutrition Complete Presentation Resource

This resource has been developed as a comprehensive starting point for teachers delivering the new IB Sport, Exercise and Health Science (SEHS) syllabus (first assessment 2027).

Covering the entirety of Topic A: Exercise Physiology and Nutrition of the Human Body, this PDF provides a structured foundation from which teachers can build their own lessons, discussions, practical activities and assessments.

Rather than being a prescriptive script, the resource is designed to support teacher professional judgement and individual teaching styles while ensuring that all key syllabus points are addressed.

Included topics:

• A.1 Communication

• Nervous system
• Endocrine system
• Homeostasis
• Environmental responses and adaptations
• Cardiovascular and respiratory transport

• A.2 Hydration and Nutrition

• Water and electrolyte balance
• Fueling for health and performance
• Macronutrients and micronutrients
• Energy systems

• A.3 Response to Training

• Principles of training
• Benefits of physical activity
• Sedentary behaviour and health
• Fatigue and recovery
• Female athlete considerations

Key features:

✓ Aligned to the new IB SEHS syllabus (2026 specification)
✓ Covers all Topic A syllabus statements
✓ Ready-to-use presentation material
✓ Suitable for both new and experienced SEHS teachers
✓ Supports lesson planning and curriculum mapping
✓ Includes diagrams, examples and sport-specific applications
✓ Useful for both SL and HL delivery
✓ Developed by an IB SEHS teacher, examiner and curriculum leader

This resource is particularly valuable for teachers transitioning to the new specification, those teaching SEHS for the first time, or departments seeking a clear framework from which to develop their own programme.

An ideal PDF starting point for teachers wanting confidence that they are covering the syllabus while retaining the flexibility to adapt materials to their own students and context.