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What is cardiovascular fitness primarily concerned with?
What is cardiovascular fitness primarily concerned with?
- The rate of heart function during exercise (correct)
- The ability to perform movements without injuries
- The ability to lift heavy weights
- The capacity to endure long periods of exercise
Which principle states that one should gradually increase exercise intensity as fitness improves?
Which principle states that one should gradually increase exercise intensity as fitness improves?
- Balance principle
- Specificity principle
- Progression principle (correct)
- Overload principle
What does flexibility refer to in physical fitness?
What does flexibility refer to in physical fitness?
- The body’s capability to recover from fatigue
- The ability to sustain high heart rates
- The ability to exert force against resistance
- The ability to move joints through their range of motion (correct)
Which component of physical fitness assesses the ratio of fat to lean tissue in the body?
Which component of physical fitness assesses the ratio of fat to lean tissue in the body?
What does the overload principle emphasize in exercise?
What does the overload principle emphasize in exercise?
What is the primary focus of Physical Education as defined in the content?
What is the primary focus of Physical Education as defined in the content?
Which of the following best describes the components of physical fitness?
Which of the following best describes the components of physical fitness?
Which skill-related component of physical fitness involves the ability to change direction quickly?
Which skill-related component of physical fitness involves the ability to change direction quickly?
What are the two aspects of physical fitness mentioned in the content?
What are the two aspects of physical fitness mentioned in the content?
According to the content, fitness exercises aim to improve which of the following?
According to the content, fitness exercises aim to improve which of the following?
What does the Republic Act (RA) No. 7722 emphasize regarding Physical Education?
What does the Republic Act (RA) No. 7722 emphasize regarding Physical Education?
A physically fit person is characterized by which of the following attributes?
A physically fit person is characterized by which of the following attributes?
Which of the following describes the philosophy of Physical Education?
Which of the following describes the philosophy of Physical Education?
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Study Notes
Origin and Philosophy of Physical Education
- Derived from Latin "physica" (physics) and "educatio" (training of bodily organs).
- Aims to promote mental, social, spiritual, and moral goals through physical activities.
- Sequential developmental programs equip students with knowledge, skills, fitness, and attitudes for a healthy lifestyle.
Fitness and Well-being
- Competence in physical exercise varies in intensity and type based on activities performed.
- Fitness exercises focus on stability, strength, and mobility training.
- Well-being is influenced by regular strenuous physical activity, genetics, and nutrition.
- Physical fitness encompasses health-related and performance-related components.
Legal Framework and National Policies
- Governed by Republic Act (RA) No. 7722, also known as the "Higher Education Act of 1994".
- Mandates promotion of physical education and sports to foster self-discipline, teamwork, and national competitiveness.
- Article XIV, Section 19 of the Philippine Constitution emphasizes promotion of physical education and amateur sports.
Components of Physical Fitness
- Physical fitness comprises medical and dynamic fitness, allowing freedom from disease and efficiency in movement.
Skills Related Components
- Agility: Ability to change direction quickly.
- Balance: Stability during movement.
- Coordination: Effective use of vision, touch, and muscle sense.
- Power: Maximum strength release capability.
- Reaction Time: Speed of response to stimuli.
- Speed: Rate of covering distance in a short time.
Health Related Components
- Cardiovascular Fitness: Endurance at elevated heart rates with adequate oxygen supply.
- Flexibility: Ease of movement through a joint's normal range of motion.
- Endurance: Ability to perform exercises over extended durations without fatigue.
- Strength: Force exertion against resistance in short intervals.
- Body Composition: Ideal state where body fat remains below 25% of total body weight.
General Principles of Exercise
- Overload Principle: Body must work beyond normal levels to gain benefits.
- Progression Principle: Exercise intensity and duration should progressively increase as abilities improve; start slow and apply gradual overload.
- Specificity Principle: Specific exercises yield specific results tailored to targeted fitness goals.
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