Movement Competency Training: Dimensions of Wellness and Physical Activity
Course Metadata and Learning Objectives
Instructor: Fritzjhon Jhomar Quintanilla, LPT
Module: 1.0
Course Title: PATHFIT 1: Movement Competency Training
Learning Objectives
By the end of this chapter, students are expected to:
Demonstrate understanding of the impact of physical inactivity across different countries.
Recognize the vital importance of physical activity and exercise for maintaining a strong, healthy body and mind, particularly during times of crisis.
Discuss effective strategies for strengthening the immune system to combat diseases.
Course Outline
Overview
Course Materials Discussion:
The 8 Dimensions of Wellness
Physical Activity and Exercise
Ways of strengthening the immune system
Staying Active in the New Normal
Summary
Suggested Media at Home
Activities and Assessments:
Reflective Questions
Knowledge Check
Performance Task 1
Global Physical Inactivity Statistics
According to Lance Global Health:
Total number of physically inactive people:
Male Inactivity:
Female Inactivity:
The transcript notes that "Men are slightly more Physically Inactive" and "Women are less Physically Inactive," though the numerical data provided is and respectively.
Introduction to Fitness and Quality of Life
Necessity of Participation: Participation in fitness programs and physical activities is essential for improving an individual's quality of life.
Limitations of Physical Activity Alone: Realization must be made that physical activity and fitness programs on their own are not always sufficient. They do not fully eliminate the risk of disease nor do they provide an absolute guarantee of a healthier body and mind.
Perspectives on Health and Habits
Awareness vs. Action: Individuals, particularly Filipinos, often remain aware of their unhealthy habits but stay satisfied with their lives as long as they are currently free from disease symptoms.
Catalysts for Change: Most people only realize the necessity for positive lifestyle changes once they are confronted with serious health problems.
Temporal Impact of Habits: The healthy lifestyle habits adopted today serve as the determining factor for an individual's health and well-being tomorrow.
Understanding Wellness and Quality of Life
Redefining Wellness: Wellness is no longer characterized merely by the absence of disease. It is now defined by the presence of:
Purpose in life
Joyful relationships
Active involvement in fulfilling work
Active involvement in play
A healthy body and mind
Living in a sustainable environment
Happiness
Active Process: Wellness is an active process designated by becoming conscious of and creating choices that move an individual toward a higher quality of life.
Integration and Potential: It is defined as the integration of various components that expand a person's potential to live effectively and make significant contributions to society.
The Eight Dimensions of Wellness
There are eight specific dimensions of wellness. These dimensions are interrelated, meaning that one often directly affects the others. Comprehensive attention must be given to all eight to achieve true wellness.
1. Physical Wellness
Definition: Associated with being healthy and the ability to promote proper care of physical health for optimum development and management of health problems.
Requirements for physical wellness:
Maintaining physical activity
Proper nutrition
Engagement in regular exercise programs
Maintaining ideal body weight
Practicing safe sex
Getting sufficient sleep
Avoiding illegal drugs and alcohol consumption
Lessening exposure to environmental pollutants
Seeking medical care when necessary
Possessing a good health-related fitness level
2. Emotional Wellness
Function: Empowers individuals to move forward with confidence and motivation. It prevents individuals from spending excessive time and effort worrying about problems.
Happiness: Entails happiness, meaning, and joy in life. Studies suggest that while there is no single formula for happiness, it is primarily achieved through family love and support.
3. Intellectual (Mental) Wellness
Definition: The ability to apply and share learned knowledge and skills with others.
Application: Engaging in innovative and mentally stimulating work and actively creating opportunities to learn and grow.
4. Social Wellness
Definition: Refers to relationships with others and the nature of those interactions.
Trademark: The ability to interact with others harmoniously, both within the family unit and with those outside the family.
5. Environmental Wellness
Definition: Refers to the impact our surroundings have on our well-being.
Principles: Indicates a lifestyle that protects and promotes a healthy environment. The core principle is respect for the environment, including wildlife and ecosystems.
6. Occupational Wellness
Definition: The motivation to seek work that provides personal development and satisfaction.
Benefits: Offers career options and encouragement to pursue growth opportunities and indulge in activities the individual loves.
7. Spiritual Wellness
Unifying Power: Acts as the unifying power that integrates all other dimensions of wellness.
Characteristics: Includes a sense of meaning and direction in life and a relationship with a higher being.
Avenues for Personal Freedom: Includes prayer, faith, love, closeness to others, peace, joy, fulfillment, and unselfishness.
8. Financial Wellness
Process: The process of learning how to manage financial expenditures successfully.
Requirements: Having the resources to provide for essential needs and possessing financial literacy to manage personal and family expenses.
Impact: Money significantly affects the way of living, specifically impacting health and academic endeavors.
Knowledge Check
The module concludes with a section dedicated to a Knowledge Check to assess student understanding of the aforementioned wellness dimensions and health concepts.