physical education

• Physical Education


  Combination of the words 'physical' meaning body and 'education' meaning instruction
• Physical Education


  • An integral part of total education that aims at the development of physical, mental, social well-being through the medium of physical activities
• Objectives of Physical Education

  • Physical development
  • Mental development
  • Social development
  • Neuro-muscular coordination
  • Emotional development
• Physical Education leads to development of circulatory system, respiratory system, nervous system and digestive systems
• Physical Education increases concentration power and alertness of the mind
• Physical activities help players from different backgrounds adjust themselves and learn qualities like cooperation, fair play, sportsmanship, tolerance and sympathy
• Through exercise, both nervous and muscular system improve, helping to keep off fatigue during vigorous exercise
• Emotions like pleasure, hope, jealousy, hate, fear, distress, anger, loneliness can be controlled by participating in physical education program
• Changing Trends in Sports


  • Playing Surface
  • Wearable gears & sports equipment
  • Technological Advancements
• Playing Surfaces


  • Natural grass, wooden, cemented, rubber, p.v.c, sponge, synthetic and artificial turf
• Traditionally, sports were played on natural grass, which was difficult to maintain, leading to the development of artificial pitches
• Wearable Gears


  • Mouth guards, Helmets, Pads, Eyeshields
• Wearable gears help reduce chances of getting injured and enable the athlete to focus on the game
• Technological Advancements


  • Sensors, Instant Replay, Digital Media
• Sensors provide beneficial information to the athlete during training, such as heart rate, motion, sleep patterns
• Instant replay allows officials to re-examine controversial plays
• Digital media has made sports coverage more extensive, allowing athletes to improve their skills by watching their own performance
• Career Options in Physical Education

  • Teaching Career
  • Coaching Career
  • Health Related Careers
  • Administration Related Careers
  • Performance Related Career
  • Communication Media Career
• Teaching Career


  Requires a degree in Physical Education recognised by the National Council of Teacher Education
• Coaching Career


  Many physical educators prefer to opt for coaching, with job opportunities at both school and non-school levels, as well as with the Sports Department and Sports Authority of India
• Health Related Careers


  One can open a health club or work as a fitness trainer or yoga trainer, or enter the field of sports medicine and sports nutrition
• Administration Related Careers


  One can become a sports administrator, managing a sports club or serving as a district sports officer
• Performance Related Career


  One can serve as a player at the district, national and state level
• Communication Media Career


  One can work as a sports commentator, journalist, writer, or photographer
• The Khelo India Programme was introduced by the Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs in 2017 to revive the sports culture from the grassroot level and provide financial assistance to talented players
• Components of Khelo India Programme

  • Play-field development
  • Community coaching development
  • State Khelo India Centres
  • Annual sports competitions
  • Talent search and development
  • Fitness of school children
  • Sport for women
  • Sport for peace and development
  • Promotion of traditional sports
  • Support to national/regional sport academic
• The Fit India Programme was launched on 29 August 2019 by the Prime Minister with the aim of making fitness an integral part of our daily life
• Age Groups covered by Fit India Programme

  • 5 to 18 years
  • 18 to 64 years
  • 65 and above
• The Fit India Programme encourages indigenous sports and aims to make fitness reach every school and college
• Benefits of the Fit India Movement include increased longevity, improved bone density and flexibility, and healthier and more active people
• Physical Education helps students acquire knowledge about different types of exercises, including aerobic and strength training.
• The main goal of Physical Education is to improve an individual's overall health and well-being.
• Physical Education is the process by which individuals develop their ability to perform various activities through participation in sports, games, dance, or other forms of exercise.
• Physical Education is important because it promotes overall wellness and can prevent chronic diseases such as obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and cancer.
• It also focuses on developing skills such as teamwork, leadership, communication, and problem solving through various activities like games, dance, yoga, gymnastics, martial arts, etc.
• Physical Education promotes social interaction among individuals and fosters a sense of community spirit.
• It also includes learning proper techniques for performing specific movements and mastering them over time.
• It provides opportunities for personal growth and development, helping individuals build self-confidence and develop positive attitudes towards themselves and others.
• Physical Education focuses on developing skills such as coordination, balance, agility, speed, endurance, and reaction time.
• It also improves mental health by reducing stress levels and promoting positive self-image.