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## Physical Activity Towards Health and Fitness Physical education is the study, practice, and appreciation of the art and science of human movement. While movement is both innate and essential to an individual's growth and development, it is the role of physical education to provide instructional a...

## Physical Activity Towards Health and Fitness Physical education is the study, practice, and appreciation of the art and science of human movement. While movement is both innate and essential to an individual's growth and development, it is the role of physical education to provide instructional activities that not only promote skill development and proficiency, but also enhance an individual's overall health. ### General Objectives of Physical Education - **Physical Development:** - It is not only free from diseases but includes physical fitness as well. - **Emotional 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. - **Social Development:** - It is the development and maintenance of a meaningful interpersonal relationship. - **Mental Development:** - Through participation in physical education activities, the individual develops his mental capacities as he learns the principles, rules and strategies of games and sports. - **Spiritual Development:** - By participating in Physical activities and solving several tasks in the playfield, one develops self-confidence and self-control. - This self-control leads to moral and character development, together with spiritual development. ### Legal Bases of Physical Education - Article XIV, section 19, 1986 Constitution of the Republic of the Philippines -  "The State shall promote Physical Education and encourage sports programs, league competitions, and amateur sports including training for international competition to foster self-discipline, teamwork.