PE Flashcards
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develops students’ competence and confidence to take part in a range of physical activities that become a central part of their lives, both in and out of schoo
Physical Education
It is not only free from diseases but includes physical fitness as well.
Physical Education
Through participation in physical education activities, the individual develops
his mental capacities as he learns the principles, rules, and strategies of
games and sports.
Mental Development
The informal nature of physical education activities offers opportunities for
the development of a high level of self esteem and ability to cope with
routine stresses of daily living.
Emotional Development
It is the development and maintenance of a meaningful interpersonal
relationship.
Social Development
4 GENERAL OBJECTIVES OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Physical Development
Mental Development
Emotional Development
Social Development
A state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. It includes aging well, longevity, quality of life, freedom from pain etc. WHO
Health
A set of attributes that people have or achieve that relates to the ability to perform physical activity.
Fitness
It is made up of many components and the following factors need to be considered when discussing fitness levels.
Fitness
is primarily associated with disease prevention and functional health
Health-related fitness
It is theoretically defined as a multidimensional construct containing the components cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility and body composition.
Health related fitness
Components of health related fitness
Body composition
Flexibility
Muscular endurance
Cardiovascular endurance
Muscular strength
This is the ratio of fat to non-fat in the body
Body composition
This is the range of motion around a given joint.
Flexibility
This is the ability to continuously use a particular muscle group against resistance.
Muscular Endurance
This is the ability to efficiently take in oxygen and distribute it to the body
using the heart, lungs, arteries, vessels, and veins.
Cardiovascular Endurance
This is the amount of force a particular muscle group can produce in one,
using all energy effort.
Muscular Strength
It is also called Performance Fitness.
Skill-related fitness
It refers to a person’s abilities in areas like games and sports (athleticism) that are likely
to improve performance or certain work-related activities.
Skill-related fitness
The combination of your speed and strength during a given physical activity.
Power
It measures how quickly you can complete certain tasks.
Speed
Ability to change direction and position of your body without losing control.
Agility
It measures your ability to stay upright and in position, even in the face of
obstacles.
Balance
It is to be able to see an external object and respond precisely with your
hands and/or feet to meet a pre-determined objective.
Coordination