REVIEWERS-FOR-PHYSICAL-EDUCATION-11.pdf

REVIEWERS FOR PHYSICAL EDUCATION 11 Physical fitness as defined A person who is free from illness and can do physical or sports activities and still has an extra energy to do more activities is considered to be physically fit. Physical fitness is a combination of health fitness and...

REVIEWERS FOR PHYSICAL EDUCATION 11 Physical fitness as defined A person who is free from illness and can do physical or sports activities and still has an extra energy to do more activities is considered to be physically fit. Physical fitness is a combination of health fitness and body fitness.  Health Fitness refers to your body’s ability to fight off diseases. Body fitness, on the other hand is refers to the ability to do strenuous physical or sports activities without getting tired easily.  It is enough for someone to only look good and feel good in order to be called physically fit. An individual should also take into consideration his kind of lifestyle including the food he/she takes everyday because it can lead to better health. Health related fitness This primarily associated with disease prevention and functional health. Participating in regular health-related fitness helps you control your weight, prevents diseases and illness, improves moods, boost energy and promotes better sleep. Health related fitness components 1. Body composition – It is the combination of all the tissues that make up the body such as bones, muscles, organs and body fat. 2. Cardiovascular Endurance – It is the ability of the heart, lungs, blood vessels, and blood to work efficiently and to supply the body with oxygen. 3. Flexibility – It is the ability to use your joints fully through a wide range of motion. 4. Muscular Endurance – It is the ability to use muscles for a long period of time without tiring. Skills related fitness components 1. Agility – It is the ability to change body positions quickly and keep the body under control when moving. 2. Balance – It is the ability to keep the body in a steady position while standing and moving. 3. Coordination – It is the ability of the body parts to work together when you perform an activity. 4. Power – It is the ability to combine strength with speed while moving. 5. Reaction Time – It is the ability to move quickly once a signal to start moving is received. 6. Speed – It is the ability to move all or a part of the body quickly. Physical activity Means movement of the body that uses energy. Walking, gardening, briskly pushing a baby stroller, climbing the stairs, playing soccer, or dancing the night away are all goods examples of being active. For health benefits, physical activity should be moderate or vigorous intensity. Physical activity It is classified into 4 domains: Occupational, Domestic, Transportation and Leisure Time 1. Occupational – These are the activities you do at your work place. 2. Domestic – These are the activities you do at home. 3. Transportation – These are the activities that involves travelling, riding a jeepney, tricycle, motorcycles and bike. 4. Leisure Time – These are the activities you do during recreational activities. Playing, swimming, hiking or craft making. Barriers to physical activities a) Lack of Time b) Social Support c) Lack of Energy d) Lack of Motivation e) Fear of Injury f) Lack of Skill g) High Costs and Lack of facilities h) Weather conditions