LSC: Introduction to Physical Education Senior One

LSC: Introduction to Physical Education Senior One

Introduction to Physical Education

THE VIDEO BELOW INTRODUCES YOU TO KEY CONCEPTS OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Physical Education is just like any other subject that you will study in your lower

secondary level. Physical Education is “education through the physical”. It is essentially a

way of learning through action, awareness and observation. It aims to develop your

competence and knowledge of movement and safety, and your ability to use these to

perform in a wide range of activities associated with the development of an active and

healthy lifestyle.

You will be able to acquire knowledge, understanding, skills, values and attitudes for

physical, mental, emotional, personal and social wellbeing.

Components of Physical Education

Some of the aspects in Physical Education are shown in Figure 1.1 below:

ICT Support

Use the Internet to search for information about the benefits of engaging in physical

activities.

Benefits of Engaging in Physical Education

What happens inside your body when you run, jump, play games, and get involved in other

forms of exercise?

As the muscles in your arms, shoulders or legs alternately contract and relax, they use

energy that comes from the food you eat. Because of the increased muscle contraction,

your heart beats faster, and you breathe more rapidly and deeply. Your body temperature

rises and you begin to sweat. These physical activities benefit you physically, socially and

mentally