PHYSICAL EDUCATION STEM S E M

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L E C T U R E /C O N C E P T I O N

MAKILING 02
QUARTER 4 – LESSON 1

RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES

BENEFITS OF RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES

OUTLINE
I Recreation
II Free Time INDIVIDUAL
III Clayne R. Jensen  Develops personal development and growth
A Existence Time  Physical health
B Subsistence Time  Self-esteem and Self reliance
C Leisure Time
IV Benefits of Recreational Activities  Creativity and Sense of Accomplishment
i Individual  Creates more fun
ii Environmental  Enhances pleasure
iii Community  Reduces stress
iv Economic  Increases life satisfaction
V Samples Recreational Activities
VI Thomas Jefferson
 Promotes psychological well-being

ENVIRONMENTAL
 Reduces pollution
RECREATION  Promotes clean air and water
 the participation in any endeavor that is entertaining,  Preserves open space
relaxing, or refreshing  Protects the ecosystem
 derived from the Latin word “recreare” which means to be  Increases community pride
refreshed
 Recreational activities depend on one’s interest, pursuits, and COMMUNITY
needs which may be reflective of one’s beliefs and level of
 Connected families
gratification.
 Strengthen social bonding
Example:  Ethnic and cultural harmony
o Personal or private (e.g., reading, painting)  Reduces alienation
o Social (e.g., team sports or dance)  Develops strong communities
o Physical (e.g., hunting)
o Mental (e.g., meditating or praying) ECONOMIC
 Reduces healthcare cost
FREE TIME  Reduces vandalism and crime
 common to the people who are participating in different  Enhances property value
recreational activities  Catalyst for tourism

CLAYNE R. JENSEN SAMPLES OF RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES

 a former Athletics Director of Brigham Young University
 according to him, our day is divided into three parts:
o Existence Time
o Subsistence Time
o Free Time / Leisure Time
EXISTENCE TIME
 the time spent for biological needs
SUBSISTENCE TIME
 to the hours spent for economic purposes such as going to work,
chores, and for students, hours spent in school, and schoolwork
LEISURE TIME
 Leisure refers to the free time that people can spend away
from their everyday responsibilities (e.g., work and domestic
tasks) to rest, relax and enjoy life.
 It is during leisure time that people participate in recreation and
sporting activities.
1. Participating in sports
 supports positive mental health and improves social skills along
with promoting physical health
2. Cycling
 one of the ancient and healthy sports that gets you out of your
busy workstation
 You can go cycling alone, or you can find enthusiasts or other
groups
3. Adventure Sports
 boating, kayaking, hiking, and skiing
4. Early morning walk
 Going for an early morning walk, meeting community people
in the park in the evening, or strolling alongside a river is
included in passive recreational activities and are equally
beneficial for mental and physical health.

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RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES

 You could also meet close friends who have known you since
5. Listen music / watch movies childhood and share what’s going on.

6. Visiting amusement parks 9. Doing yoga

 An amusement park is a hub of entertainment and
recreation.
 Go on the thrilling rides, watch the amusing shows and
enjoy as much as you can.
7. Photography
 Grab your camera or cell phone, select a theme and go out.
Nature is so lovable that you will never stop yourself in
capturing a scenic view! Try photographing rough pathways,
barns, cute little puppies and birds, and other things that may
interest you. Try your skills and share them with family and
friends.
 has amazing health benefits, especially for your heart
 It gives your muscles a workout and lets you breathe in the fresh
air
 Even simply focusing on your breathing while sitting in a
relaxed position is beneficial for your mind and heart. Set a
routine and incorporate this healthy habit into your daily
lifestyle.
THOMAS JEFFERSON
 “Leave all the afternoon for exercise and recreation, which are
as necessary as reading. I will rather say more necessary because
health is worth more than learning.”

8. Meet like-minded people

 This helps you release the emotional tension that has been
suppressing you.

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