Physical Education

What is the main purpose of physical education according to the lecture notes?

To promote an individual physically, socially, emotionally, and mentally through body movements.

List one example of an exercise that promotes core stability.

Planks.

What does the acronym MAPE stand for in the context of the Philippine curriculum?

Music, Arts, Physical Education.

What are the key components of physical fitness as mentioned in the notes?

Organic vigor, endurance, strength, power, flexibility, agility, balance, and speed.

Fill in the blank: Physical education was made a required subject in the curriculum of public schools in __________.

Define muscular strength based on the lecture notes.

The ability of the muscle to exert maximum force in brief duration.

What is ballistic stretching?

Stretching that uses muscle contractions to force a muscle to elongate, such as toe touches.

Name a benefit of physical fitness mentioned in the notes.

Increased concentration.

According to the 1987 Philippine Constitution, what does the state promote regarding sports programs?

The state shall promote physical education and encourage sports programs to foster self-discipline, teamwork, and excellence.

Which type of stretching uses the muscles' own momentum to force the joint into a full range of motion?

Dynamic stretching.

Fill in the blank: An ectomorph body type is characterized as __________.

Skinny.

Define the concept of 'balance' in physical fitness.

The ability to maintain equilibrium.

What was introduced in the Philippine public schools in 1901?

Physical exercise.

What is the defined role of social function in physical education?

Transmitting values that are consistent with the needs of society.

What health issue does physical education help combat according to the importance listed in the notes?

Child obesity.

Fill in the blank: The objective of physical education to develop enviable traits needed to adjust to society includes __________, cooperation, and respect for others.

Friendliness.

What does the term 'body composition' refer to?

The proportion of lean-fat body mass in relation to height.