As a future Elementary teacher, physical education and health can contribute to the development

of society the reason for this is Physical Education have the physical activity and sport and
contribute to prevention and the rehabilitation of those at risk of drug addiction, alcohol and
tabaco abuse, exploitation and abject poverty. And also, Physical Education contribute to the
society since it can yield significant heath, social and economic benefits. Having an active
lifestyle helps prevent heart disease, diabetes, cancer as well as obesity and ultimately reduces
premature death, it also reduces health related costs, increases productivity, and strengthens
civic engagement and social cohesion.

Physical Education have physical activity and sport that can make distinct contributions toward a
wide range of benefits to individuals, families, communities and society at large. And I can see
the importance of physical education and health in society the reason for this is it improves our
endurance, strength, flexibility, coordination, balance and control. It also enhance our body
confidence, self-steam, self-efficiency by decreasing stress, anxiety and depression by increasing
cognitive function and by developing a wide range skills and attributes such as cooperation,
communication, leadership, discipline and teamwork that contribute to achievement while
participating, learning and in other aspects of life.