Introduction to Physical Education and Fitness Concepts

Physical Activity

Physical Activity

Any movement carried out by muscles that requires energy.

Physical Fitness

The ability to perform physical activities without undue fatigue.

Health Related Fitness

Components of fitness that contribute to overall health and well-being, including cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, and body composition.

Skill Related Fitness

Components of fitness that contribute to the performance of specific skills, including agility, balance, coordination, power, reaction time, and speed.

Cardiorespiratory Endurance

The ability of your heart, blood, and lungs to deliver oxygen and nutrients to all of your body cells while you are being physically fit.

Muscular Endurance

The ability of the muscle to keep working (contract) over a long period of time.

Muscular Strength

The amount of force that a muscle can give in a given contraction.

Flexibility

The ability of the joints to move through their full range of motion.

Body Composition

Refers to the ratio of the lean body tissue (muscle and bones) to body-fat tissue.

Agility

The ability to change the direction of your body quickly.

Speed

The ability to cover a distance in a short period of time.

Balance

The ability to keep an upright posture while standing or moving.

Power

To perform with muscle strength to a rapid pace.

Reaction Time

The ability to react or respond.

Coordination

Ability to move 2 or more body parts smoothly.

BMI Formula

BMI= Weight/ Height2

Underweight

<18.5

Normal weight

18.5 - 24.9

Overweight

25-29.9

Obesity Class 1

30-34.9

Barriers to an Active Lifestyle

Challenges such as lack of time, motivation, access to facilities, social support, and knowledge that hinder physical activity.

Strategies to Overcome Barriers

Methods such as planning ahead, setting realistic goals, finding enjoyable activities, seeking professional guidance, finding a workout buddy, and educating oneself.

body composition activity

bmi

cardiovascular endurance activity

3 min step test

strength activity

90 degree push up

basic plank

flexibility activity

zipper test

sit and reach

coordination activity

juggling

agility activity

hexagon agility test

speed activity

40 meter speed

power activity

standing long jump

reaction time activity

stick drop test