Rogationist College
(St. Anthony’s Boys Village),Inc.
Vision
Rogationist College is a prime Catholic
educational community dedicated to the
formation of culturally competent and socially
responsible persons driven by the ideals of
Saint Hannibal Mary Di Francia.
Mission
Rogationist College commits itself to:
1. Form its members toward love of God and
neighbor, patriotism, integrity and
excellence;
2. Offer a balanced and technically-oriented
curriculum, as well as excellent
instruction, learning environment and
facilities;
3. Prepare well-rounded graduates who are
agents of social growth and
transformation; and
4. Promote a culture of vocation and good
workers who, like Saint Hannibal, will be
espousing the cause of the poor especially
the children.
Km.52 Emilio Aguinaldo Highway Lalaan II, Silang, Cavite
DIRECTORATE FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS
COLLEGE DEPARTMENT
CLUSTER ____________________________
Subject Code/ Title : PHED 11 – Physical Activity Towards Health and Fitness 1
Instructor : Ma. Belen G. Bautista
e-mail : bellebautista2464@gmail.com/belenbautista@rog.edu.ph
FB Acct : belle bautista
Class Schedule : ______________________________
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LEARNING MODULE No. 4
TOPIC /TITLE : Body Mechanics and Posture
Duration : 2 hours
COURSE/YEAR/SECTION :
I. TOPIC DESCRIPTION :
This course includes training for the body to perform the movement skills with correct mechanical coordination of the
parts of the body, so as to avoid muscular strain and joint pains.
II.LEARNING SPECIFIC GOAL/OBJECTIVES:
1. enumerate and describe the different types of the body movements;
2. execute correctly the different axial and locomotor movements;
3. develop alertness, quickness to respond, poise, grace and coordination;
4. perform the routine enthusiastically.
III. LEARNING OUTCOMES: At the end of the lesson, students should be able to do the following:
1. perform the following techniques and skills with correct movements;
2. develop correct movement skills;
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3. understand the importance of having a physically fit body for long life.

IV. CONTENT/INSTRUCTION:

Body Mechanics- the static and the functional relationship between the parts that make up the body and the body as a whole.
-is a broad term that implies the application of the physical laws to the human body at rest or in motion.
-refers to the study of human movements or the fundamentals of kinetics.
-is also posture education.

Human Movement
- Movement is used some way, to some degree, in every task accomplished by human beings.
- Life is a movement, lack of movement is death.
- Is required for practically every human task.

Somatype or Body Classification (accdg to Kretshmer & Sheldon)

1. Asthenic Ectomorph Lean, slim, shallow chested and tall
2. Athletic Mesomorph Muscular, broad shoulder, developed chest
3. Pyknic Endomorph Broad rounder figure, large heavy neck
4. Dysplastic Abnormal bodies, abnormal builds

Posture- refers to the habitual or assumed alignment and balance of the body segments while standing, walking, sitting or lying.

Values of Good Posture

1. Good appearance- body contributes greatly in the attainment of one’s good appearance
2. Movement efficiency- graceful and coordinated
3. Improved fitness- circulation to the vital organs is affected by slumped chest resulting in poor breathing
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Causes of Poor Posture
1. Environmental influence- improper shoes, narrow or short socks, unfit clothing, improper seating, chairs, table and desks
2. Psychological condition- egotism, shyness, modesty, hypersensitive, depression
3. Pathological condition- faulty visions and hearing, cardio condition
4. Growth handicaps- weakness I skeletal and muscular system
5. Congenital defects- amputation, joint and bone deformities

Movement- is any change in the position of the body in space.

Types of Body Movements

1. Axial Movements- are movements done by a part or several parts of the body in stationary place.
a. Bend or flex- to move the body or a part of the body around a wide axis.
b. Lift/rise- to elevate a part of the body to a desired level.
c. Stretch, extend, and straighten- to lengthen a part of the body.
d. Twist- to move a body around a long axis.
e. Circle- to move a body around a point.
f. Swing- to move continuously from one point to the other.
g. Turn, Rotate- to change directions to move around an axis.

2. Locomotor movements- are movements that bring the performer from one place to another.
a. Walk- a series of steps in all directions.
b. Run- is to walk with longer strides with a push-off by the foot suspends the body momentarily in the air.
c. Hop- is to spring on one foot and to land on the other same foot.
d. Skip- is to step and hop wit the same foot in one count.
e. Leap- is to spring on one foot and to land on the other foot.
f. Jump- is to spring on both feet and to land on one or both feet.
g. Gallop- is a combined step and a cut.
h. Slide- is to glide the foot right and left along a smooth surface.
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Direction of Movements
1. Forward  2. Backward-  3. Sideward  

4. Upward  5. Downward  6. Diagonal/oblique 

7. Clockwise 6. Counter clockwise

V.ROGATIONIST WAY OF EDUCATION (INTEGRATION)

The module focuses on giving importance in improving movement’s skills and apply postural principles on daily life activities to be able to contribute significantly in the
community.

VI. EXERCISES / ACTIVITIES /ASSIGNMENT

Activity
 Perform the different axial and locomotor skills with eight (8) counts each skills applying the different direction of movements
 Rubrics:
1. Mastery of the skills 10 pts
2. Proper execution 10 pts
3. Good form 10 pts
4. Enthusiasm 10 pts
40 pts.

VII. EVALUATION
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VIII. DELIBERATION

The class starts with a short discussion of the activities for 40 minutes. The execution of the following tests are to be recorded during the remaining time of the class and the rest
of the days of the week simultaneously and the videos are submitted the following week. The scores will be given to the students through messaging. If
all the given tests will not be finished, it will be continued on the next meeting.

IX. REFERENCES

Dimapilis, N.J., Espeso, L.A., Isip, M.G. et. al (2009), Physical Fitness and Gymnastics, Books Atbp. Publishing
Tulio, D. D., Sarmiento, E. F., Battung, J. B. et. al(2004), Physical Fitness Self-Testing Activities, Books Atbp, Publishing Corp.
Jimena, E.C. B.S., Dagoon, J. D. Ed.D. (2001), Making Fitness Your Own, Rex Publishing
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(St. Anthony’s Boys Village),Inc.
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(St. Anthony’s Boys Village),Inc.
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