| Date | November 2021 | Marks available | 1 | Reference code | 21N.1.HL:.tz0.31 |
| Level | Higher Level | Paper | Paper 1 | Time zone | time zone 0 |
| Command term | Question number | 31 | Adapted from | N/A |
Question
High-intensity interval training (HIIT) is widely practised. Which is likely to be included in a HIIT programme?
A. A 10-minute aerobic cross-training routine
B. 20 minutes of a five-a-side soccer game
C. 30 seconds on a static bike, with 90 seconds of rest
D. A 15-minute yoga routine
Markscheme
C
Examiners report
Although this question was managed well by a large number of candidates, option A was a significant distractor. This could potentially be due to their unfamiliarity with cross-training as a form of exercise and/or the 10 minute time frame.
Syllabus sections
Topic 9: Fatigue » 9.1. Fatigue » 9.1.3. Distinguish between high- intensity and endurance activities.
- 22M.2.HL:.tz0.10b: Using sporting examples, distinguish the physiological characteristics of high-intensity and...
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19M.1.HL:.tz0.28:
How is high intensity activity characterized?
- 19N.1.HL:.tz0.30: Which activity involves high-intensity exercise? A. Swimming intervals at 4 x 1 minute B....
- 20N.1.HL:.tz0.31: Which competition involves high-intensity exercise throughout? A. 10 km walking B. Olympic...
