Type of movement

Question 1

Discrete

Answer 1

involves movements of brief duration, and they are easily defined by a distinct beginning and end; for example, a throw and kick or catch

Question 2

Serial

Answer 2

A group of discrete skills strung together to create a more complicated, skilled action. The duration of the activities is prolonged but each individual movement in the series has a definite beginning and end. E.g gymnastics or Triple jump

Question 3

Continuous

Answer 3

These movements have no beginning or end. These may continue for several minutes often involving repetitive movements. E.g swimming, running or pedalling a bicycle