Objectives:

At the end of the lesson, the student should be able to:

• discuss the fundamentals of body movement;
• describe and differentiate locomotor from non-locomotor
movements;
• create a simple exercise routine with the combination of
locomotor and non-locomotor movements; and
• cite the importance of locomotor and non-locomotor
movements in the physical fitness of a person.
 Fundamental Body Movements
• are the building blocks necessary for more
complex physical activities. Playing sports,
exercising, and dancing all require a command
of simple, fundamental body movements.
 2 Main Categories of Body
Movement
Non-Locomotor Movement Locomotor Movement
 Non-Locomotor Movement
• also sometimes called axial movements.
• They are movements of certain body parts, or even the
whole body, without causing the body to travel.
• Done in stationary form.
 Non-Locomotor Movements
Bending or Flexing- moving the muscles
around a joint where two body parts
meet.

Stretching or Extending-is done by

straightening or extending any part of
the body from the joints.

Lifting or raising -is elevating a part of

the body, usually for the arms and legs.
 Non-Locomotor Movements
Twisting- is moving a part of
the body around a long axis,
usually for the head and
body.

Rotating- is done by moving a

part of the body around axis.

Swinging- is a pendular
movement below an axis.
 Locomotor Movement
• movements that travel through space or carry weight
from one location to another.
• primarily use the feet for support however, the body can
travel on other parts such as the hands and feet.
 Locomotor Movements
Even Rhythm- movements
consist of equal, unvarying
actions.
• Walking– a series of steps
in all directions.
• Running- to walk with
longer strides with the push
off by the foot suspends
the dody momentarily in
the air.
• Hopping- to spring one
foot and to land on the
same foot
 Locomotor Movements

• Jumping- to spring both

feet and to land on both
feet.
• Leaping- to spring on
one foot and to land on
the other foot.
 Locomotor Movements
Uneven Rhythm-
movements consist of
unequal actions
•Skipping- to step and
hop with the same foot in
one count.
•Galloping- a combined
step and cut
•Sliding- to glide right and
left foot alternately.
 Activity
DRILLS
• The class will be divided into 3 groups
• Each group will create a simple exercise routine
with the combination of locomotor and non-
locomotor movements for 5 mins.
• Criteria:
Choreography - 30
Performance - 30
Confidence - 20
Coordination and Style - 20
Total 100 points
 Assessment:
In a ½ sheet of paper, write your insights or
realizations about the activity and cite
the important benefits of the
fundamental movements into your body.
 The Important Benefits of Movements

Boosts your immune system

Fights many chronic diseases (including heart disease, stroke, and diabetes)

Increases strength, flexibility, balance and endurance of daily life

It is good for muscles and bones

Releases hormones that make you feel good

 Assignment:
What to do: Research about the Basic
Fundamental Steps in Philippine Folk Dance
Where to write: Short Bond Paper (printed)
When to pass: Feb. 11, 2019
No. of Points: 20 points
Thanks for Listening!
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