Lesson 1

Lesson 1: Physical Education to Physical Activity Towards Health and Fitness
Learning Objectives:
1. Identify the History of Physical Education to Physical Activity Towards Health and
Fitness
2. Recognize the types of development, objectives of Physical Education, and the
components of physical fitness
3. Identify and demonstrate in a form of drama the foundation and purpose of
Physical Education
Nature of Physical Education

In 2010, the World Health Organization issued a recommendation that young
individuals should engage in daily physical pursuits at moderate to vigorous levels
lasting at least 60 minutes to enhance their well-being. Due to the confinement caused
by the pandemic, physical activity has waned, and obstacles to participation have risen.
Consequently, the importance of upholding healthy practices through physical activity
has grown more significant.
The inclination of each learner to stay active is enhanced when the surroundings,
such as their home and family, foster involvement. The PATHFIT initiative aims to
support students in tending to their own health as well as their family's well-being, while
also instilling a positive impact on others. Higher Education Institutions are urged to
adapt their instructional methods and development endeavors to continue meeting the
learners' requirements (CMO40,S2021).
The subject known as PATHFIT-I (Physical Activity for Health and Fitness)
required by the CHED aims to provide a deeper understanding of Physical Education
and the extent of the course's content. An examination of a nation's history reveals that
progress is closely tied to the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of its populace.
As individuals strive to enhance and sustain their optimal health, it becomes essential
for people of all age groups to engage in physical activities. There exists a diverse
range of recommended exercises tailored to various age brackets (Ambrocio, et.al).
Physical Education: Definition, Goals, Objectives and Functions
Definition of Physical Education
The newer and modern perception of physical education is that it is education
through physical activities. Modern Physical Education idiom, it is education through
“movement”. What "education through movement" more particularly entails is the taking
of that culture-based family of activities and processes- games, dance, gymnastics,
athletic sports, and outdoor pursuits- as a means "through" which the teacher can help
effect enviable outcomes, despite the consequences of whether or not those activities
have essential worth of their own. Moreover, Physical Education focuses on the concept
of "learn to move, move to learn". An individual must know how to move in order to
learn on how to move in order to acquire and learn the needed knowledge in a certain
activity.
Physical Education is an integral part of the education is an integral part of the
education program designed to promote the optimum development of the individual
physically, mentally, emotionally, and socially through total body movement in the
performance of properly selected physical activity.
Functions of Physical Education
Physical Education performs three functions which are:
1. Biologic Function refers to the enhancement of the individuals' growth and
development through body movement.
2. Integrative Function - refers to the personality integration achieved through
participation in properly selected physical activities.
3. Social Function refers to the transmitting values and standards that are consistent
with the needs and ideals of the society.
All in all, Physical Education as education "through" movement is best conceived
of as being that component of the educational process which aims to improve and
complement the individual chiefly through professionally selected and directed physical
activities.
Fitness - A Major Goal of Physical Education
Different people differ in their notion of fitness. In the field of Physical Education, the
concept of fitness has implications for physical, social, emotional, and mental well-
being. In view of these four aspects, it can be said that FITNESS is the ability to live a
healthy, satisfying, and useful life. This type of life is what the educational philosophers
and thinkers term as the "good life." This is the ultimate goal of education.
To live the "good life" means that an individual satisfies the basic needs as
physical well-being, love, affection, security and self-respect. He lives blissfully with
other people and is interested in them. He has an interest and yearning to serve
humanity and believes in and exemplifies high ethical standards. Because of his secure
relationship with people and future events, he lives a remarkable and stimulating life.
Physical education as a component of the educational system strives to aid or
facilitate the development of an individual so that he can achieve total fitness to allow
him to envoy's the "good life." Therefore, a major goal of physical education is
FITNESS.
Objectives of Physical Education
The following objectives of Physical Education are viewed and stated in terms of their
contributions to the outcomes of education and in the curriculum.
Physical Development
Through cautiously selected physical education activities, an individual who participates
energetically will develop and maintain good health and a high level of physical fitness.
The attainment of physical skills can motivate an individual who participates further in
physical activities; hence, his growth and development will be improved.
Social Development
Involvement in Physical Education activities provides opportunities for the development
of enviable social traits needed for adjustment to the social life in general.
Some worthwhile traits are:
1. friendliness
2. cooperation
3. respect for the rights of others
4. good sportsmanship
5. good leadership and followership
6. honesty in group competition
Emotional Development
The informal nature of physical education activities offers opportunities for self-
expression and emotional mastery. Examples of worthwhile emotional traits are.
1. self-confidence
2. self-control
3. self-reliance
4. courage
5. determination
Mental Development
Through participation in physical education activities, the individual develops his mental
capacities as he learns the mechanical principles of underlying movements, as he
obtains knowledge and understanding of the rules and strategies of the games and
sports and as he discovers ways of improving his movement in gymnastics and dance.
Likewise, it enhances critical thinking how activities are done according to rules,
regulations and strategies.
Legal Bases of teaching Physical Education
Below are some of the legal bases of teaching Physical Activity Towards Health and
Fitness as mandated by the 1987 Philippine Constitution and RA 5708 (The Schools
Physical Education and Sports Development Act 1969)
The 1987 Philippine Constitution
Article II Section 13: "The State recognizes the vital role of the youth in nation-
building and shall promote and protect their physical, moral, spiritual, intellectual, and
social well-being. It shall inculcate in the youth patriotism and nationalism, and
encourage their involvement in public and civic affairs."
Article II Section 15: "The State shall protect and promote the right to health of
the people and instill health consciousness among them."
Article II Section 17: "The State shall give priority to education, science and
technology, arts, culture, and sports to foster patriotism and nationalism, accelerate
social progress, and promote total human liberation and development."
Article XIV Section 19 (1): "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."
Article XIV Section 19 (2): "All educational institutions shall undertake regular
sports activities throughout the country in cooperation with athletic clubs and other
sectors."
R.A. 5708: The Schools Physical Education and Sports Development Act of 1969
REPUBLIC ACT NO. 5708 - AN ACT PROVIDING FOR THE PROMOTION AND
FINANCING OF AN INTEGRATED PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORTS
DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM FOR THE SCHOOLS IN THE PHILIPPINES
Article 1 of the International Charter of Physical Education and Sports,
UNESCO, Paris (1975) and Recommendation 1, Inter- disciplinary Regional Meeting
of Experts in Physical Education and Sports, UNESCO, Brisbane (1982). The practice
of Physical Education and Sports is a fundamental right of All ... and the right should not
be treated as different in principle from the right of adequate food, shelter and
medicines.
The Purpose of Physical Education
G-GOAL SETTING
E-ENJOYMENT
T-TIME MANAGEMENT
A-ATTITUDE
C-CONFIDENCE IN ABILITIES
T-TV AND VIDEO GAMES RESTRAINT TO AVOID PROLONGED PERIODS OF
INACTIVITY
I-INTRINSIC MOTIVATION
V-VARIOUS HEALTH BENEFITS
E-EDUCATION ABOUT HOW TO BE ACTIVE
F FAMILY, FRIENDS, AND PEER INFLUENCES

O-OLD AGE IS NOT A BARRIER AND JUST A NUMBER
R-RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS INVOLVEMENT
L-LOVE LIFE AND CARPE DIEM

I - INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
F-FACILITY AND EQUIPMENT ACCESS
E-ECONOMIC STATUS, HEALTH AND WELL-BEING
PE Rules: The ABC’s of Physical Education
A - Always try your best. Abide by the official rulings. Accept the outcome of the game.
B - Be prepared, be positive, be kind, be honest, be true and all of these things will
come back to you.
C- Come to class on time and dress to move
D-Demonstrate good sportsmanship.
E-Encourage your classmates.
F-Follow your instructor's directions.
G-Good things come to those who sweat.
H-High fives before and after the game/activity.
I-If someone in PE class is in trouble, help instead of laughing and watching.
J- Just keep your hands and feet to yourself.
K-Keep the gym and the environment clean and tidy.
L-Lose without blaming.
M-Move carefully at all times.
N-No chewing gum or candy in the mouth during PE class.
0-On whistle, freeze. On stop signal, look at the teacher, and listen.
P-Protect yourself always. Play by the rules. Play fair.
Q-Quietly enter and exit the gym.
R-Respect yourself, others and the environment.
S-Safety and security are as simple as ABC-Always Be Careful.
T-Talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence win championships
U-Use equipment correctly and carefully. Use self-control.
V - Value the moment with your PE classmates and teammates, and create memories
together.
W-Win without boasting. Work well with others. Wear sneakers or gym shoes.
X-X-factor to your success in this PE class?
Y-Your involvement. Always participate and give your best effort.
Z-Zumba and aerobic dance defeat negativity!
Physical Education and Healthy Safety Guidelines

This guideline includes procedures that help prevent accidents or injury in
Physical Education classes and activities. It should be recognized that many safety
guidelines and cooperation to all class activities.
1. Teachers need to be aware of the medical background and physical limitation of

every student.
2. Teachers must inform their students the locations of the fire chains, fire exits, and
alternative routes from the beginning of the semester.
3. Consideration must also be given to informing parents of activities that take students
off the immediate school proper (e.g. fun run, camping)
4. Teachers are not only looking at activities that include contact, but also at issues
surrounding body contact.
5. Teachers must demonstrate that all proper precautions will be taken in the interest of
student safety.
6. A fully stocked first-aid kit must be readily accessible in the gymnasium.
7. Teachers must inform their students to use clean comfortable clothes and shoes.
8. Exercise either in the morning or late afternoon when it is not so hot.
9. Teachers have the recommended qualifications and experience for sports education.
10. Teachers are recommended to supervise student's first aid training.
11. All records of inspections, using the facilities regularly inspected.
Equipment and facilities are safe measures to minimize any potential risk to students.
12. Severe exercise must be avoided unless the individual is young and athletic.
13. There is not one best form of exercise. It depends on what the individual can
achieve.
14. Medical information of the student is communicated through school medical clinic
with the supervision of the teacher.

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Lesson 1: Physical Education to Physical Activity Towards Health and Fitness

Nature of Physical Education

F FAMILY, FRIENDS, AND PEER INFLUENCES

L-LOVE LIFE AND CARPE DIEM

PE Rules: The ABC’s of Physical Education

Physical Education and Healthy Safety Guidelines

1. Teachers need to be aware of the medical background and physical limitation of

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