St. Anthony College of Roxas City, Inc.

SAN ROQUE EXTENSION, ROXAS CITY 5800, PHILIPPINES

I. INTRODUCTION
No matter what form it takes, a fitness community allows you to connect with other athletes. Members
might share their challenges and successes, discuss different training techniques, solicit advice or
support, and celebrate each other's achievements.
Competencies Code
1. Participates in an organized event that addresses health PEH11FH-llk-o-13
and fitness issues and concerns

III. CONTENT / DISCUSSION

THE FITNESS MOVEMENT IN THE PHILIPPINES

FITNESS AND HEALTH OF AMONG THE FILIPINO

The increasing number of obesity cases in the country and the growing preference both youth
and adults for gadgets over physical activities prove the need to promote a healthy life style among
Filipinos . Government Policies and funding are essential in developing programs and providing the
necessary logistics to encourage physical fitness and sports in the country.

Presidential 604, s. 1974MALACAÑANG 

PRESIDENTIAL DECREE No. 604

INTEGRATING NATIONWIDE YOUTH DEVELOPMENT, PHYSICAL FITNESS AND

AMATEUR SPORTS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS AND CREATING FOR THIS
PURPOSE THE DEPARTMENT OF YOUTH AND SPORTS DEVELOPMENT, AND FOR
OTHER PURPOSES.

WHEREAS, the government recognizes the need for the development of youth as an integral
part of the national development policy;

WHEREAS, there is an urgent need to further examine, clarify, and delineate the areas where
there should be increased participation of the youth;

WHEREAS, the government recognizes the vital role of physical fitness and amateur sports
programs in the development of a healthy and alert citizenry for national progress;

WHEREAS, there is an urgent need to intensify a physical fitness and recreation program for
the population at all ages and at all levels of the community in order to serve as a strong
foundation for the inculcation of a national discipline; and

WHEREAS, there is a recognized need to adopt an integrated approach in the physical fitness
and amateur sports programs involving all sectors of the citizenry;

NOW, THEREFORE, I, FERDINAND E. MARCOS, President of the Philippines, pursuant to

the powers vested in me by the Constitution, do hereby order and decree, as part of the law of
the land, the creation and establishment of the Department of Youth and Sports Development.
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CREATING THE NATIONAL, REGIONAL, PROVINCIAL, CITY, MUNICIPAL, AND

BARANGAY PHYSICAL FITNESS AND SPORTS DEVELOPMENT COUNCILS (PFSDC)

WHEREAS, Article XIV, Section 19 (1), of the Constitution provides that “The State shall promote
physical education and encourage sports program, 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;”

WHEREAS, Republic Act No. 6847 created the Philippine Sports Commission (PSC) under the
Office of the President to carry out this constitutional mandate in coordination with the various
government departments and agencies and private entities;

WHEREAS, in order to ensure the implementation of the National Policy and Program of “SPORTS
FOR ALL”, Section 7(m) of Republic Act No. 6847 provides that the PSC shall “encourage, promote
and sustain the creation and establishment of regional, provincial, municipal and barangay or school
district sports promotion and development councils, composed of officials from the Department of
Education, Culture and Sports, Department of the Interior and Local Government, local government
officials and representatives of the private sector, which shall initiate, conduct and coordinate sports
activities in their respective jurisdictions;”

WHEREAS, the SPORTS COVENANT forged by all participants during the Sports Summit ’92,
which adopted the National Policy of “SPORTS FOR ALL,” specifically cited the urgent need to
establish and institutionalize the sports development councils nationwide to assist the Philippine
Sports Commission in the actual implementation of their respective programs for the nationwide
observance of the “Decade of Physical Fitness and Sports;”

NOW, THEREFORE, I, FIDEL V. RAMOS, President of the Philippines, by virtue of the powers
vested in me by law, do hereby order:

SECTION 1. – There is hereby constituted the National, Regional, Provincial, City, Municipal, and
Barangay Physical Fitness and Sports Development Councils, hereinafter referred to as PFSDC,
which shall act as the nationwide organizational network to assist the Philippine Sports Commission
in the planning, information dissemination, and actual implementation and monitoring of the National
Policy and Program of “SPORTS FOR ALL”

DONE in the City of Manila, this 1st day of March, in the year of Our Lord, nineteen hundred and
ninety-three

COMMUNITY FITNESS ACTIVITES

The different sectors nationwide promote fitness and health among Filipinos. Activities range from short
routines to full- length exercise program. Government and private companies are now more conscious in
creating a fitness culture in the workplace. People participate in aerobics and Zumba classes in malls,
parks, barangay halls, and other public venues.

INTERNATIONAL AND LOCAL ORGANIZATION

Listed below are some international and local organizations in the public and private sectors that
offering training and certification related to the various career in the fitness industry.

International Organization
 ACE – American Council on Exercise
 ACSM- American College of Sports Medicine
 AFAA – Aerobics and Fitness Association of America
 AFPA- American Fitness Professionals and Associates
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 IFPA – International Fitness Professionals Association

Local Organization
 PSC – Philippine Sports Commission
 POC- Philippine Olympic Committee
 PHASES- Philippine Association for Sports and Exercise Sciences
 LGO- Local Government Organization

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES IN THE COMMUNITY

FITNESS PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN AND TEENAGERS

Children and teenagers can gain several benefits from physical activities such as improvement of
cardiorespiratory health, muscular fitness and cardiovascular endurance; increase in bone density; health
metabolism; ideal body composition; and reduced risk of depression.

Here are some community based fitness program for the youth:

BARANGAY LEAGUES OR TOURNAMENTS are common

organized during summer break.

SPORTS CAMP OR CLINIC are conducted to help youth specialize

their sports of interest and enhance their sportsmanship as well.

MARATHONS AND FUN RUNS helps increase maximal oxygen

consumption, improve cardiorespiratory endurance, and develop muscle
strength .

FITNESS PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS

Adults aged 18 t0 64 can do the following physical activities:

 Weekly aerobic activity of modern activity
 Strengthening activities for all major group muscle

AEROBICS
Benefits: strengthen the heart, sheds excess weight, boost mood,
increase stamina.

INDOOR CYCLING
Benefits: increases muscular endurance, lower stress levels, burn
calories. Enhance cardiovascular fitness.

TAI CHI
Benefits: improve agility, balance, and flexibility; reduces stress, improves mood; reduces risk for older
adults.

YOGA
Benefits: lower blood pressure, improves balance and flexibility, increase
blood flow, perfect posture.

PILATES
Benefits: improves endurance, balance, flexibility; develops lean muscle
and strong back; enhance sports performance.

REASONS FOR BECOMING ACTIVE

While motives for becoming fit may differ among gender age groups, there common reasons
why people decide to become active and improve their physical fitness. Here are some of reasons of
them.
 To control weight
 To increase muscle
 To maintain flexibility
 To reduce stress
 To boost energy
 To improve cardiovascular health
 To develop strength
 To enhance confidence and self-esteem

IV. ASSESSMENT/ ACTIVITIES

Activity 1: Research about the Advantages and Disadvantages of Mandatory PE in Schools.

Advantages Disadvantages
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Activity 2:
Propose a fitness program for age specific activities for your community. Fill out the
following table:

Program Name: _________________________________________________________________

Activities

Children and Teenagers

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Adults
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Senior Citizen
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Activity 3:

Would you like to pursue a more active lifestyle? Why?

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