LEGAL BASES OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION

In accordance with the pertinent provisions of R.A No.7722, otherwise known as the
“Higher Education Act of 1994” in pursuance of an outcome-based quality assurance
system as advance CM 046s 2012 and virtue of commission.
The following policies, standards, and guidelines are hereby accepted and promulgated
by the purpose of nationalizing physical education in the country with the end it the end
it the view of keeping pace with the demand by great competitiveness, and pursuant to
Article XIV, Section 19 of the Philippine Constitution of 1987. Which mandates
the state shall promote physical education and courage sports programs leagues
competitions, and amateur sports, including training for international competitions, to
foster self-discipline, teamwork, and excellence for the development of healthy and
alert citizenry. All education institutions shall undertake regular sports activities
throughout the country in cooperation with athletic club and often sectors.

DEFFINITION OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION

- Came from the Latin word “physica”, meaning physics and “education” ,
meaning the training of the bodily organs and power with a view to the
promotion of hearts and vigor. (Wikipedia 2015)
- Physical education is sequential, developmentally appropriate educational
programs that provide students with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes
necessary to lead a healthy lifestyle.

7 REASON WHY PE IS IMPORTANT IN SCHOOL

 Good health
 It’s preventive measure against diseases
 It’s program for muscle strength and fitness
 It promotes academic learning
 It builds self-esteem
 It develops cooperation, teamwork and sportsmanship
 It promotes a physical and active lifestyle

5 ASPECTS OF INDIVIDUAL
1.) PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT

- The basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology would help individual to

appreciate and encourage in engaging more in physical activities; to develop to
skeletomuscular and cardiovascular and endurance and strength, and to
sustain daily life activities without uncle fatigue.
2.) SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
- Involvement in P.E, activities provides opportunities for the development of
enviable social traits for adjustment to social life in general.
Some worthwhile traits are:
 Friendliness
 Cooperation
 Respect for the rights of others
 Good sportsmanship
 Good leadership and followership
 Honestly in group competition
 Four temperaments:
- Sanguine
- Choleric
- Melancholic
- Phlegmatic
3.) EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT
- The informal nature of P.E activities offers opportunities for self-expression and
emotional mastery. Examples of worthwhile emotional traits are:
 Self-confidence
 Self-control
 Self-reliance
 Courage
 Determination
- Heart is the most sensitive part of our body.
- JERIMIAH 17:9
4 kinds of love
 EROS
 Phileo
 Strorge
 Agape
4.) MENTAL DEVELOPMENT
- Our nervous system is divided into two:
 Central nervous system
 Peripheral nervous system
- Physical activities help us to condition and develop our mind to become more
active and alert.
5.) SPIRITUAL
- The spiritual aspect of an individual is the most important part to be develop.
- MATTHEW 6:33
- PROVERBS 9:10

FUNCTIONS OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION

1.)Biologic function
- Refers to the enhancement of the individuals’ growth and development through
body movement.
2.)Integrative function
- Refers to the personality integration achieved through participation properly
selected physical activities.
3.)Social function
- Consists of transmitting values and standard that are consistent with the needs
and ideal of the society.

GOALS OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION

 To develop optimum physical fitness and the health of the individual.
 To produce individuals who can contribute to the economic well-being.
 To train good leaders with normal integrity of the highest order and develop
other desirable traits for effective group participation.
 To develop creativity and innovativeness inspired by an abiding faith in God and
love of country and fellowmen.
 To install a love of and pride for their preservation, and develop an
understanding of the culture of other for a feeling of international brotherhood
and unity.
IMPORTANCE OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
 Improve your memory and brain function.
 Protect against many chronic diseases.
 Aid in weight management.
 Lower blood pressure and improve health heart
 Improve your quality of sleep.
 Reduce feelings of anxiety and depression.
 Combat cancer-related fatigue.