PHYSICAL EDUCATION &

HEALTH 4
LAS 1: RECREATIONAL
ACTIVITIES
Recreational activities
Recreational activities are experiences or organized activities
that you actively participate in with others, to have fun and
enjoy life during your free time.
Benefits of Being Active

• reduced risk of becoming overweight

• reduced risk of developing diabetes and prevention
and treatment of non-insulin dependent diabetes -
it has been estimated that 30 to 50 percent of new
cases of type 2 diabetes could be prevented by
appropriate physical levels of activity
• better bone and muscle development and
prevention of osteoporosis
• improved muscle flexibility, strength and
endurance
• reduced risk of dying prematurely
• reduced risk of falling, and improved mobility
and strength for older adults
• improved quality of sleep.
 COMMON EXCUSES FOR
BEING SEDENTARY
1. I DON’T HAVE ENOUGH TIME

If you feel as though you have no time for physical

activity in your day-to-day life, try to:
• Keep a diary of your daily activities for a week.
• Try to break up your exercise session
• Involve your family
• Take a brisk 15 minutes walk at lunchtime
• Try to incorporate physical activity into your daily life
2. EXERCISE IS BORING

Sometimes lack of interest is the problem rather

than lack of time. If you think exercise is boring, try to:
• Exercise with a friend, join a local walking group or
take up a team sport.
• Think back to physical activities you enjoyed a child
• Change the way you think about physical activity
• Consider using exercise equipment at home
3. I DON’T KNOW HOW TO BE ACTIVE

There are lots of people ready to help you when you’re

ready to get moving. Suggestions include:
• See your doctor for suggestions and support when
embarking on a physical activity program.
• Visit your local gym or sports center.
• Pick something that really interests you. Ask any of your
physically active friends if you can come along during their
next exercise session.
• Learn about a variety of opportunities for physical activity
in your area.
ACTIVITY:

1. What is Recreational Activities?

2. What are the barriers or excuses in Physical activity?
3. How we overcome that barriers?