Enhancing Physical Education and Equity in Learning
3. Course Objectives
Participate actively and regularly in scheduled activities, regardless of skill level and personal ability, and value the relationships that foster respect toward all members of the educational community.
Distinguish the effects of physical activity practice by differentiating actions that are beneficial from those that involve risks and are contraindicated. Be aware of the impact this has on personal development and the improvement of quality of life and health in the community,
Read MoreRugby: History, Rules, Techniques, and Tactics Explained
Rugby: A Comprehensive Overview
History of Rugby
Rugby emerged in Great Britain in the early 19th century. In 1823, at the Rugby School, a group of students were practicing football. William Webb Ellis, tired of the game, grabbed the ball and ran towards the opponent’s goal. His opponents stopped him by tackling him.
In 1871, the first organized association responsible for the sport was created: the Rugby Football Union.
Basic Rules of Rugby
Goal
The goal is to carry the ball to the try area and ground
Read MoreHealth, Hygiene, and First Aid Essentials
Introduction: Hygiene and Health
Hygiene equals health. Lesions can result from traumatic actions (tendinitis) or non-traumatic events (sunstroke). Common lesions include wounds, muscle injuries, and other issues like mushroom poisoning.
General Activity Guidelines
Always perform a proper warm-up and cool-down. Understand the activity and execute exercises correctly. Avoid contraindicated exercises that cause hyperflexion or hyperextension of joints. Be mindful of limitations, use quality clothing
Read MoreWeight Training, Supplements, and Exercise Benefits for Children
Q1. Disadvantages of Weight Training in Children?
Ans.
- Risk of Injury: Incorrect or excessive weight training can introduce injury and pain in children.
- Reduced Flexibility: Weight training can reduce flexibility because it primarily focuses on strength development, potentially neglecting flexibility.
- Growth Concerns: Excessive weight training may negatively affect the normal growth of children.
- Need for Supervision: Children should not perform weight training or workouts without a supporter or supervisor
Muscular Abilities, Resistance, and Volleyball Basics
T.1. Muscular Flexibility and Joint Mobility
Muscular flexibility is the ability to increase the range of motion in a given joint. Joint mobility is the range of motion with joint capacity. Muscle elasticity is the capacity of the muscle fiber to recover its length after being stretched by the application of a force.
Agonist Muscles
The agonist muscle is responsible for the action. Examples include:
- Flexed biceps function: forearm flexion on the arm.
- Triceps function: forearm extension of the arm.
- Quadriceps:
Healthy Living: Exercise, Muscle Health, Back Pain & Sports Injuries
The Benefits of Exercise for a Healthy Life
Exercise Benefits: Exercise is good for you. It helps to prevent heart disease and type 2 diabetes. Exercise also helps you to manage weight and to reduce stress. In short, exercising helps extend life and improve its quality.
Heart Disease Causes
High cholesterol, high blood pressure, obesity, stress, diabetes.
Types of Physical Activity
- Inactive
- Moderately active
- Active with regular exercises
- Active with regular aerobic exercises
10 Tips for Exercising
- Choose