PE 1 week 1

• Article 1 of the International Charter of Physical Education and Sports, UNESCO, Paris, 1978 and Recommendation 1, Interdisciplinary Regional Meeting of Experts on Physical Education, UNESCO, Brisbane Australia, 1982


  • The practice of Physical Education and Sports is a fundamental right for all
  • This right should not be treated as different in principle from the right to adequate food, shelter, and medical care
• General Objectives of Physical Education

  • Physical Development
  • Emotional Development
  • Social Development
  • Mental Development
• 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 the ability to cope with the 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
• "Men sana encorpore sano": 'A Sound mind in a sound body'
• A person is considered healthy only if he is healthy both intellectually and physically
• Aside from fun, it helps the students to be healthy and learn teamwork skills
• Physical Fitness


  A state of health and well-being and, more specifically, the ability to perform aspects of sports, occupations, and daily activities. Physical fitness is generally achieved through proper nutrition, moderate-vigorous physical exercise, and sufficient rest along with a formal recovery plan
• Health-Related Fitness

  • Cardio-Respiratory Endurance
  • Muscular Endurance
  • Muscular Strength
  • Flexibility
  • Body Composition
• Cardio-Respiratory Endurance


  The ability of the heart and lungs to work over a long period of time
• Physical activities where we employ cardio-respiratory endurance

  • Swimming
  • Long-distance running
• Muscular Endurance


  The ability of the muscles to work repeatedly over a long period of time
• Muscular endurance


  • Executing 30 push-ups
  • Planking for 30 mins
• Muscular Strength


  The ability of the muscles to exert effort against resistance
• Muscular strength

  • Weight lifting
• Flexibility


  The ability of the muscles to extend in a wider range of motion, including the movements of the ligaments
• Sports where we employ flexibility

  • Gymnastics
• Body Composition


  Used to describe the percentage of fat, bone, water, and muscles in human bodies, and it determines a person's leanness
• Fats

  • Essential Fats
  • Storage Fats
• Essential Fats


  The fats needed for normal physiological functions
• Storage Fats


  The fats underlying the skin
• Men tend to store fats around the waist, Women tend to store fats around the hips & thigh
• Caloric Balance


  The calories we take in through eating and drinking should equal the calories we use through physical activity and our body's other energy needs
• Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR)


  The number of calories you burn as your body performs basic (basal) life-sustaining function
• Resting Metabolic Rate (RMR)


  The calories burned if you stay in bed all day
• Caloric Expenditure per Minute

  • Running: 11 calories
  • Spinning: 11 calories
  • Skipping Rope: 10 calories
  • Circuit Training: 10 calories
  • Swimming: 10 calories
  • Jogging: 8 calories
  • Cycling: 7 calories
  • Boxing: 6 calories
  • Tennis: 5 calories
  • Basketball 5 calories
  • Rowing: 5 calories
  • Pilates: 4 calories
  • Walking: 2 calories
  • Yoga: 2 calories
• Macronutrients


  Your body needs larger amounts of carbohydrates, protein, and fat
• Micronutrients


  Your body needs in smaller amounts, such as vitamins and minerals
• We need macronutrients to help with energy and we need micronutrients to help our body be healthy and digest those macronutrients
• Macronutrients


  The elements in food that you need to grow and function normally. All macronutrients are obtained through the diet as the body can't produce them on its own
• Carbohydrates


  The sugars, starches and fibers found in fruits, grains, and vegetables. They're the most important source of quick energy in your diet because they're easily broken down into glucose, which the muscles and brain use to function
• Proteins


  Made up of amino acids and function as hormones, enzymes, and an antibody in the immune system. They make up parts of bodily structures like connective tissues, skin, hair, and muscle fibres
• Unsaturated Fats


  Regulate metabolism, maintain the elasticity of cell membranes, improve blood flow, and promote cell growth and regeneration. Fats are also important in delivering fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K into the body
• Vitamins


  • Help release the energy found in the food that you eat
  • Help build protein and help your cells multiply
  • Make collagen, which helps heal wounds, support blood vessel walls, and promote healthy bones and teeth
  • Keep your eyes, skin, lungs, digestive tract and nervous system in good condition
  • Build your bones, protect your vision, and interact with each other to help your body absorb the vitamins it needs
• Minerals


  • Maintain the correct balance of water in your body
  • Promote healthy bones and stabilize the protein structures that you get from the protein you eat, including those that make up your hair, skin, and nails
  • Get the oxygen moving around your body
  • Assist in your ability to taste and smell
• Food Pyramid


  • Eat Most
  • Eat More
  • Eat Moderately
  • Eat less
  • Drink adequate of fluid
• Go Foods


  Type of food that provides fuel and helps us 'go' and be active. Examples include bread, rice, pasta, cereals, and potato
• Glow Foods


  Vegetables and Fruits Group foods that supply the body with vitamins and minerals to keep the body healthy and functioning properly