GRACE MISSION COLLEGE

BULALACAO
LESSON 1

PHYSICAL EDUCATION PRELIMINARIES

This module was designed and written with you in mind. It is here to expose you to many fitness activities,
nutritional health, and general wellness principles. By the end of this course, you will demonstrate the ability to plan
and implement different types of personal fitness programs, demonstrate competency in two or more fitness and
wellness activities, describe key concepts associated with successful participation in physical activity, exhibit
responsible behavior while engaged in physical activity, and take part in physical activities that meet the need for self-
expression, challenge, social interaction, and enjoyment. You are about to complete an assessment measuring your
aerobic fitness, strength, endurance, flexibility, and nutrition.

What I Should Know

After going through this module, specifically, you are expected to:
1. Be oriented about the course; and
2. Understand the legal bases of Physical Education.

What I Know
This time, you will be engaged in an activity that will introduce you to our lesson.

ACTIVITY 1: Reflect and Tell Something

Essay: Reflection on Your Studies of Physical Education in High School

Directions:Reflect on your High School education of Physical Education. What was your
experience in studying it? How effective was your study of the said subject? Be guided with the rubrics
below. Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.
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Rubrics
15- Full Accomplishment - Students recalled their study of Physical Education during their
High School Education in a clear and consistent manner.
10- Substantial Accomplishment - Students recalled their study of Physical Education
during their High School Education and do so in a somewhat consistent manner.
5- Little Accomplishment - Students have difficulty recalling their study of Physical
Education during their High School Education consistently.

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ACTIVITY 2: Define Us Through Brainstorming
Directions: Define each word in the box and answer the processing questions below.

STRENGTH

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CARDIOVASCULAR ENDURANCE
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PHYSICAL EDUCATION
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FLEXIBILITY BODY COMPOSITION
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Processing Questions:

1. How are the words in the box related to Physical Education? _________________________________________
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2. Why is it necessary to understand and to study the components of Physical Education? ____________________
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3. What will happen if one component of physical education is absent or missing? __________________________
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What Is It
What is Physical Education?

Physical Education is a course that focuses on developing physical fitness in the youth…
It is also the integral part of school curriculum that aims to develop the physical, mental, social, emotional and
spiritual aspects of an individual through well-selected physical activities that will help students attain and maintain
their well-balanced life.

The following are the reasons why Physical Education is important in school:

 It promotes good health. The value of physical fitness can never be overstated. It’s only in physical educational
classrooms that students learn the value of taking care of themselves thru proper grooming, healthy eating and
regular exercise.

 It’s a preventive measure against diseases. Many doctors today agree that obesity is a serious health risk.
Without any form of diet management and control with the numerous processed food students intake everyday
compounded by a sedentary lifestyle. A student’s health can easily be at risk to many diseases like chronic heart
disease, hypertension and diabetes. Physical education in school is a preventive measure to teach students the
value of regular exercise.

 It’s a program for muscle strength and fitness.

 Physical education develops the student’s motor skills and hand-eye coordination.

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 It also develops the upper body muscles through activities like doing push up as well the lower body muscles
through stationary jumping jacks, 3min running and jumping exercises. Programs usually have core training
exercises also like doing abdominal crunches.

 It promotes academic learning. Physical health allows students to function even better in classrooms. A good
cardiovascular system developed from regular exercise promotes excellent blood and oxygen circulation. This
means more nutrients circulate through out the body which includes the brain. This circulation produces longer
attention span during classes allowing longer concentration and absorption.

 It builds self esteem. Students who are active in physical activities like basketball, volleyball, martial arts and
running just to name a few are more confident with themselves according to most social school studies. It’s
probably because of the self discipline and dedication to excel in a sport that brings out the best in students.

 In school, the physical education program introduces these sports activities to students allowing them to
make choices to which sport areas they want to get involved in.

 It develops cooperation, teamwork and sportsmanship skill. Most physical education programs are holistic.
The program allows student to interact together to a common goal and that is to win and excel physically. It
brings out the competitive sides of students working both body and mind but also promotes sportsmanship.

 It promotes a physically active lifestyle. The purpose of physical education is to instill in students, at an early
age, the value of self preservation and choosing a lifestyle that is good for both the mind and body.

What’s More

The Legal Bases of the Teaching of Physical Education and Health

Below are some of the legal bases of teaching of Physical Education and Health in college as mandated by the
1987 Philippine Constitution and R.A. 5708 (The Schools Physical Education and Sports Development Act of 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.”

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 AND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM FOR THE SCHOOLS IN THE PHILIPPINES

Section 1. This Act shall be known as “The Schools Physical Education and Sports Development Act of 1969.”

Section 2. An integrated physical education and sports development program in all schools in the Philippines shall be
undertaken by the Department of Education in accordance with the following guiding principles:

(1) The goal of physical education is to instill in young citizens a proper appreciation of the importance of
physical development hand in hand with the mental development in individual and social activities.

(2) The sports and other activities in a physical education program should provide opportunities for the
athletic development of children and youth who have the competitive spirit as well as grace, coordination, stamina
and strength;

(3) A well-rounded physical education program must be addressed to physical growth, social training, and
personal, discipline for all pupils and students, as well as superior athletic achievement for those who are
psychologically inclined and physically gifted; and

(4) An integrated program for sports development in the schools requires effective organizational planning
and administration with provisions for adequate training facilities and sustained stable financing.

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ACTIVITY 3. The Gist

Directions: Make a summary about the background of physical education, its component and its importance to one’s
life. Write your answer on the space provided below.

ACTIVITY 4. Give Me Reasons

Directions: Select one article and section from the legal bases of teaching Physical Education in school or in college
and briefly discuss it through answering the given question.

Why do we need to discuss the legal bases in teaching Physical Education?

My Reflection

How would studying Physical Education help you this time of pandemic? ________________________________
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Great job! You have completed Lesson 1 successfully!

REFERENCE:
P.E. 1- Physical Fitness and Related Activities by Meynardo L. Ballecer, Wilfredo G. Faustino Jr. And Ernesto Thaddeus M. Solmerano