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Rest days allow these fibres to repair and grow back stronger — this is how strength is built. Without rest, the body cannot recover, leading to overtraining syndrome (fatigue, decreased performance, increased injury risk, irritability). One to two rest days per week is recommended for teenagers.","cognitiveLevel":"middle"},{"text":"A learner says they cannot do any bodyweight training because they have no space at home and no equipment. 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Even without a track or field, you can practise the technique and build the fitness components that underpin these movements at home.","cognitiveLevel":"lower"},{"text":"When practising sprinting technique on the spot, which element involves bending your elbows at 90 degrees and driving forward and back?","type":"multiple_choice","options":[{"text":"Knee lift","isCorrect":false},{"text":"Foot strike","isCorrect":false},{"text":"Arm drive","isCorrect":true},{"text":"Posture","isCorrect":false}],"explanation":"Arm drive involves bending your elbows at 90 degrees and driving your arms forward and back (not across your body). Your hands should move from hip to chin. 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