PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Lumpkin (2002)
- It is a process through which an individual obtains optimal mental, social and fitness skills
through physical activities.
Ravelo (1972)
- Education through, or by means of physical activities.
Eviza, et al. (2007)
- P.E is a planned sequential instruction that promotes lifelong physical activity. It is
designed to develop basic movement skills, sport skills, and physical fitness as well as to
enhance mental, social and emotional abilities
Domingo, et al. (2008)
- P.E is an integral part of the education program designed to promote the optimum
development of an individual physically, emotionally, mentally and socially through total
body movements in the performance of properly selected physical activities
Physical Education should pursue the following:
Improvement and maintain of physical fitness
Enhance of critical thinking
Further development and refinement of skills in sports, dance and recreation
Better understand of oneself and others for effective living.
Appreciation more of skillful performance, good health, and qualities.
Awakening the sense of nationalism and appreciation of one’s cultural heritage through the
revival and preservation of indigenous games, dances and sports
IMPORTANCE OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION
Improved Physical Fitness
Skill Development
Regular, Healthful Physical Activity
Support of Other Subject Areas
Self-Discipline
Improved Judgment
Stress Reduction
Strengthening Student Relationship
Improve Self Confidence and Self-esteem
Experience Setting Goals
OBJECTIVE OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION
PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT
- An individual who participates actively will develop and maintain a high level of physical
fitness
SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
- Participation of an individual in different physical activities, they have the opportunities for
the development of desirable social traits needed for adjustment to the social life in
general
EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- The informal nature of physical education is such that they provide relaxation and relief
from strain and tensions of schoolwork, and opportunities for self-expression and
emotional mastery.
MENTAL DEVELOPMENT
- The individual develops his/her mental capacities as he/she learns the mechanical
principles underlying movements
LEGAL BASIS
REPUBLIC ACT NO. 5708
- “The Schools Physical Education and Sports Development Act of 1969”
- Also provide that integrated physical education and school sports and physical fitness
program shall remain part of the basic education curriculum and shall be undertaken by
the Department of Education.
ARTICLE XIV SECTION 19 OF THE 1987 CONSTITUTION
- [t]he State shall promote physical education and encourage sports programs, league
competitions, and amateur sports, Including training for international competitions, to
foster self-discipline, teamwork, and excellence for the development of a healthy and
alert citizenry. All educational institutions shall undertake regular sports activities
throughout the country in cooperation with athletic clubs and other sectors.
PHYSICAL FITNES
- It is a state of good physical health. Obtaining and maintaining physical fitness is a result of
physical activi.ty, proper diet and nutrition and of course adequate rest of the physical body
- Enables an individual to perform up to their full potential. In reality, Fitness can be described as
a condition that helps individuals look, feel and do their best. At the same time, since what
human do with their body directly affects the state of mind and influences to some degree
qualities such as mental alertness and emotional expression.
SCULLY (1994)
- Defines physical fitness as the ability of an individual to carry out daily task efficiently
with enough physical capacity to cope with the physical needs of life
COMPONENTS OF PHYSICAL FITNESS
HEALTH-RELATED FITNESS COMPONENTS (INTERNAL)
1. CARDIOVASCULAR ENDURANCE
- Your body’s ability to deliver oxygen to working muscle during exercise.
- 3 Minute Step Test
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2. MUSCULAR ENDURANCE
- Your muscle’s ability to exert force repeatedly or for an extended period of time
3. MUSCULAR STRENGTH
- Your muscle’s ability to exert maximum amount of force in one effort.
- Push Up and Plank
4. FLEXIBILITY
- Your muscles’ and joints’ ability to move through their full range of motion
- Zipper Test, and Sit and Reach
5. BOY COMPOSITION
- Your body’s ratio of lean muscle to stored fat
- BODY MASS INDEX (BMI)
SKILL RELATED FITNESS COMPONENTS (EXTERNAL)
1. SPEED
- The ability to perform actions or cover distance quickly
- 40 Meter Sprint
2. POWER
- The ability to combine both speed and force in movements and actions
- Standing Long Jump
3. AGILITY
- The ability to quickly change direction without losing speed or power
- Hexagon Agility Test
4. BALANCE
- The ability to stabilize the body both in movement and when maintaining stillness
- Stork Balance Test
STATIC BALANCE
- ability to hold our body in a specific position and posture
DYNAMIC BALANCE
- Ability to maintain balance while moving our body and walking
5. COORDINATION
- The ability to use your senses in combination with your actions when in movement
- Juggling
6. REACTION TIME
- The ability to respond quickly to what you feel, see or hear.
- Stick Drop Test
BENEFITS OF PHYSICAL FITNESS
Reduces risk is diseases
Development of Physical Fitness
Better health
Lower cholesterol levels
Builds stronger bones, joints and ligaments
Maintenance of optimal body weight
Improves the sleeping habits
Boost in energy level
Improves appearance
Improves relaxation and relieve stress
Fights depression
Promotes happy feelings
Postpones fatigue
Boost confidence
Utilization of time
Improves your overall Health
Promotes healthier, longer life
