PATHFit 1 - Movement Competency Training Unit 1: Physical Education, Health, Fitness and Wellness

Vocabulary flashcards covering key terms and definitions from Pages 1-2 notes on Physical Education, Health, Fitness and Wellness.

1987 Philippine Constitution Article XIV, Section 19

The 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.

CMO No. 39 s.2021

Strengthens the management of physical education teachers and promotes the achievement of students' learning outcomes.

Physical Education (Bucher & Wuest)

An educational process that uses physical activity as a means to help an individual optimize his/her health and wellness.

Physical Education (University context)

A scholarly discipline focused on developing students' physical competence, knowledge of movement, and the ability to apply this knowledge to various activities, promoting an active and healthy lifestyle.

Holistic Development (PE)

Nurturing students physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially through structured physical activities and sports.

Knowledge & Skills (PE)

Involves learning about movement principles, safety guidelines, and the science behind physical activity, including sports psychology and biomechanics.

Active and Healthy Lifestyles

Promotes lifelong engagement in physical activity and positive attitudes toward health and well-being.

Life Skills (PE)

Teamwork, cooperation, leadership, and perseverance learned through participation in physical activities.

Beyond the Gym

Scope extends to rehabilitation, coaching, and the scientific study of sports.

Physical Activity (PA)

Any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that results in energy expenditure; includes exercise, sports, and everyday movements.

Exercise

Planned, structured, and repetitive movement with the goal of improving or maintaining physical fitness.

Health (WHO 1946)

State of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of infirmity.

Health (WHO 1986)

A resource for everyday life and not the objective of living.

Physical Well-being

Absence of infirmity and proper functioning of the body.

Mental Well-being

Emotional and psychological health, including stress management and a positive outlook.

Social Well-being

Ability to form and maintain healthy relationships, participate in social activities, and contribute to society.

Fitness

The quality of being suitable to fulfill a particular role or task; a set of attributes that relate to the ability to perform physical activity.

Physical Fitness

A state of health and well-being and the ability to perform aspects of sports, occupations, and daily activities; achieved through proper nutrition, regular exercise, and adequate rest with a recovery plan.

Purpose of PE in University

To foster well-rounded individuals who are physically, mentally, and socially prepared for an active and healthy life within and beyond the academic environment.

Difference: Physical Activity vs Exercise

PA is any bodily movement that expends energy; exercise is a subset that is planned, structured, and repetitive to improve/maintain fitness.