PE 101
PHYSICAL FITNESS, GYMNASTICS
AND AEROBICS
OBJECTIVES
After studying this lesson, you should be
able to:
identify the legal bases of physical
education.
explain the objectives and purpose of
physical education.
INTRODUCTION
TO
PHYSICAL
EDUCATION
Physical Education is a vital part of the
total education of all individuals throughout
their academic journey. Physical education
renders meaningful learning experiences
which help in the enhancements of
every student's academic
performance, mental alertness, readiness,
and enthusiasm for learning.
LEGAL BASES OF PHYSICAL
EDUCATION
As human beings, our human body consists of muscles used
for muscular mobility and will therefore, require an environment
that allows for continuous bodily movement. Basically, the
human body needs not only food, but also physical activities for
maximum functionality. While it is true that health is measured in
terms of different aspects other than the physical dimension,
physical educators reiterate that physical wellness precedes
sound body and mind. This has become the core principle of
Physical Education and is constantly instilled among the
students.
The International Charter of Physical Education and
Sport UNESCO (United Nations Educations, Scientific
and Cultural Organization) states that the practice of
physical education and sports is a basic right for
all. The right to improve people's physical, intellectual
and moral prowess through physical education and
sport must be ensured within the educational system
and in other aspects of social life. To do this, a legal
framework is drafted relative to the inclusion of
physical education within the school curricula.
Article I, International Charter of Physical Education
and Sports, UNESCO Paris, 1978 and Recommendation
International Disciplinary Regional Meeting Experts on
Physical Education, UNESCO, Brisbane, 1982-
“The practice of physical education and sports is a
fundamental right of all...”
“And this right should not be treated a different in
principle from the right adequate food, shelter,
medical care.”
Article XIV, Section 19, 1987 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, and
excellence for the development of a healthy and alert
citizenry.”
“All educations institutions shall undertake regular
sports activities throughout the country and in
cooperation with athletic clubs and other sectors.
Based on these legal premises, physical education
provides students avenues to practice motor skills for
games such as basketball, volleyball, tennis and
swimming, among others. Sport is an inherent part of
a person’s life. Aside from the enhancement of various
physical skills, sports also contributes to the
development of an optimistic mind or positive thinking,
which is essential for a person to endure difficulties.
Through sports, people are afforded an opportunity
to release excessive energy in a healthy process, thus,
overcoming stress or depression.
Furthermore, Physical Education is necessary to
meet the constantly changing lifestyle of people
and diminish people's over-dependence on technology
for perceived relaxation out of engaging into online
leisure activities. Most people have relied on
technology that they have forgotten what it was like to
be physically active. Through physical education,
students may realize the significance and benefits of
being physically fit, encouraging them to enjoy living a
healthier lifestyle through active physical engagement.
GENERAL OBJECTIVES OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION
To develop the movement potentials of each individual
to an optimum level.
To develop a basic understanding and appreciation of
human movement.
To develop and maintain the optimal physical fitness
and productivity of the individual.
To develop skills, knowledge and
attitudes active participation engagement in
varied fitness activities.
THE SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES
OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Physical Development
Through the carefully selected physical activities an
individual who participates actively will develop and
maintain good healthy and optimum level of physical
fitness.
Social Development
Physical education provides more than just exercise for
students. Students learn communication skills and how
to collaborate together as a group.
Emotional Development
Through physical education activities the students gradually learn to
manage their selves and acts wisely with courage when exposed in
stressful and emotional situations.
Mental Development
Through physical education activities the learners acquire knowledge and
understanding of rules and strategies of the games, sports and dance
instructions. Varied activities in physical education help the student’s
development their ability to analyze body movements, skills and game
situations.
Spiritual Development
Integrated efforts by health and physical education programs can highlight
the importance of spiritual concepts like critical awareness,
contemplation, purposeful living, nature, acceptance, transparency,
awareness, tolerance, resiliency, experience, community, and the critical
role of the body, mind, and spirit to holistic health.
THE PURPOSE OF
PHYSICAL EDUCATION
To involve the learner in a wide range of movement,
knowledge and skill-building experiences.
To contribute to the learner’s growing value system and
his/her development of responsible attitude and behavior
essential to a healthy lifestyle.
To promote understanding of and appreciation for the
differences among people in physical activity settings.
To develop the habit of regularly participating in physical
activity as part of health-enhancing personal fitness plan.
To expand options for wise use of leisure time.
