Physical Education and Sports - Key Concepts and Principles

A comprehensive set of flashcards covering legal bases, health and skill components of physical fitness, historical terms, components of physical fitness, exercise prescription, and the seven principles of training as presented in the notes.

What does Article 1 of the UNESCO International Charter of Physical Education and Sports (1978) state about Physical Education and Sports?

The practice of Physical Education and Sports is a fundamental right for all.

What does Article 14 Section 19 (1987) of the Constitution state regarding Physical Education?

The State shall promote Physical Education and encourage sports programs.

What is RA 5708 (1969) also known as?

Schools Physical Education and Sports Development Act.

What does RA 5708 declare about Physical Education in schools?

Physical education is an essential part of the school curriculum.

What is Muscular strength?

The maximum amount of force the muscles can exert.

What is Muscular Endurance?

The muscles' ability to perform or sustain activity over a period of time.

What is Cardiovascular Endurance?

The ability of the heart and lungs to supply oxygen to the body during prolonged activity.

What is Flexibility?

The ability to bend and move joints through a full range of motion.

What is Body Composition?

The form of the body; the ratio of body fat to lean tissue.

What is Agility?

The ability to move quickly and change direction efficiently.

What is Balance?

The ability to maintain stability and control of body position.

What is Coordination?

The ability to use different body parts together efficiently.

What is Speed?

The rate at which a person can move or cover a distance.

What is Power?

The ability to move quickly and exert maximum force.

What is Reaction Time?

The time elapsed between a stimulus and the response.

What is the main objective of a PE plan?

Fitness — to be fit.

What is the main goal of PE according to the notes?

To live a good life.

What is Gymnastic and its origin?

Gymnastic is a historical term in PE; from the Greek word 'Gomnos' meaning naked, performed inside a gym.

What is Hygiene in PE history?

Keeping yourself clean and surroundings.

What is The Physical Culture term in PE history?

A movement promoting health through physical activities, e.g., eating healthy foods.

What are the two components of Physical Fitness mentioned?

Health-related fitness and Skill-related fitness.

How is Physical Fitness defined in the notes?

The ability to function efficiently.

What does Mode (M) refer to in Exercise Prescription?

The type of exercise (aerobic, resistance/strength, flexibility, balance).

Give examples of Mode.

Walking, jogging, cycling, yoga.

What does Frequency (F) specify?

How often the exercise is done; 3-5 times per week.

What does Intensity (I) specify?

How hard you perform the exercise; e.g., 60-75% of max heart rate or using the Rate of Perceived Exertion (RPE) scale.

What does Time (T) specify?

How long each session lasts; e.g., 30-60 minutes.

What is the principle of Specificity?

Training must match the goal (strength, endurance, sport-specific).

What is the principle of Overload?

The body must be challenged with a greater load than usual to improve.

What is the principle of Progression?

Workload must gradually increase for continuous improvement.

What is the principle of Reversibility?

If you stop training, gains are lost (use it or lose it).

What is the principle of Variation?

Change up training methods to avoid boredom and plateaus.

What is the principle of Recovery?

The body needs time to repair, adapt, and get stronger.

What is the principle of Individuality?

Each person responds differently based on genetics, fitness, age, health.