CHAPTER 1

Importance of Physical
Activity and Exercise during
the COVID-19 Pandemic

By: Ms. Angelica Dela cruz

TABLE OF
CONTENTS
IMPORTANCE OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND EXERCISE
DURING THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC ............................ 1

Objectives of physical education ......... Error! Bookmark not defined.

Other benefits of being physically fit. ...............................................
IMPORTANCE OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY
AND EXERCISE DURING THE COVID-
19 PANDEMIC

The benefits of physical activity and exercise have been demonstrated

across the lifespan. We are meant to move and many of our body’s
systems work better when we are consistently physically active.

For managing symptoms of depression, some research suggests that

elevated levels of aerobic activity (exercise that significantly raises our
heart rates) may be associated with greater reductions in depressive
symptoms. Consider engaging in physical activity once or twice daily
that includes brief periods (30-90 seconds) of greater intensity. For
some, this might be accomplished through exercise in their homes
including jumping jacks, mountain climbers, and sequencing strength
training exercises (i.e. standing squats, push-ups, sit-ups). For others,
the use of home exercise equipment such as treadmills, elliptical
machines, and stationary bikes may be helpful.
EXERCISE FOR MENTAL HEALTH DURING COVID-19

Although significant media attention is focusing on the physical

consequences of COVID-19, there is clearly also a growing mental
health crisis brewing.

Survey after survey shows we are living with greater fear, worry, and
psychological stress since the beginning of the epidemic. The adverse
effects of lockdown on our collective mental health are apparent
worldwide. The primary mental health complaints include:

• Anxiety

• Depression

• Insomnia

• Obsessive-compulsive disorders

• Anger and irritability

• Difficulty concentrating

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SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING THROUGH
REGULAR EXERCISE

Let’s not forget the feelings of loneliness and boredom that are also
common during our lockdown. Changes in emotional states and typical
behavior are being experienced by most of us. Younger people, in
particular, are suffering because of social distancing measures.
Multiple studies have shown health clubs are a safe place to mitigate
some of these concerns if the 4W’s (wash your hands, wear a mask,
workout six feet apart, and wipe your equipment) are observed.
Exercising in a real physical environment with other people helps build
physical and mental resilience through safe social connection and
participation in activity. Working out is also a good distraction from our
current reality—a meaningful activity that can replace other fun
activities that are possibly limited due to COVID-19 safety measures.

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OBJECTIVES OF
PHYSICAL
EDUCATION

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 1. DEVELOPMENT OF MENTAL HEALTH
The mental health development objective deals with the
accumulation of a body of knowledge and the ability to think
andinterpret their knowledge.

• Physical activities sharpen the mind, to perform various

activities. it includes

• *Rules and regulations and techniques of games

*personal hygiene

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 2. SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
In a democratic society in which we live it is necessary to have
all individuals develop a sense of group consciousness and
cooperative living

• *social traits are essential for a better adjustment in life.

• *the program of physical education develops these traits.

• *They provide leadership qualities.

*through physical activities, the players come closer with each

other and adjust themselves according to situations.

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 OTHER
BENEFITS OF
BEING
PHYSICALLY
FIT

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 1. DEVELOPMENT OF DESIRABLE HABITS
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• A. maintaining cleanliness

• B. Development of personality.

• C. To be disciplined in one's work.

• D. Development of fearlessness

• E. Attainment of positive qualities of self-confidence.

F. Attainment of self-control

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 2. DEVELOPMENT OF NEURO-MUSCULAR CO-
ORDINATION.

• Good neuromuscular coordination.

*we get accuracy and smooth function of our body

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 3. PROVIDING FOR MENTAL HYGIENE

Mental hygiene comprises those activities and techniques which

promote and maintain mental health.

• *Elimination of worry and tension through games and sports.

• *Development of ability to face stresses in life.

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on a scale of 1-10, I would rate myself 6/10 fit. I am able to do
activities without getting easily tired such as doing household chores. I
sometimes workout in the morning and do stretching. If I have extra
time I would walk to work in order to be more physically fit. And on
my day off I play sports like volleyball.

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