PHYSICAL FITNESS

Physical fitness is a condition of general well-being be it physical, emotional or health and, more specifically, the ability to perform aspects of sports, occupations and daily activities.

Subject: 

PHYSICAL AND HEALTH EDUCATION

Term:

FIRST TERM

Week:

WEEK 1

Class:

JSS 3 / BASIC 9

Topic:

Meaning of Physical Fitness

Previous lesson: 

The pupils have previous knowledge of

Third Term JSS 1 EXAMS QUESTIONS P.H.E.

that was taught as a topic in the previous lesson

Behavioural objectives:

At the end of the lesson, the learners will be able to

• say the meaning of Physical Fitness
• mention how to be physically fit
• explain the conditions that affect physical fitness
• point out various body conditioning activities

Instructional Materials:

• Wall charts
• Pictures
• Related Online Video
• Flash Cards

Methods of Teaching:

• Class Discussion
• Group Discussion
• Asking Questions
• Explanation
• Role Modelling
• Role Delegation

Reference Materials:

• Scheme of Work
• Online Information
• Textbooks
• Workbooks
• 9 Year Basic Education Curriculum
• Workbooks

Content:

PHYSICAL FITNESS

Meaning of Physical Fitness

Physical fitness is the ability of an individual to carry out his or her daily activities without undue or unnecessary fatigue or tiredness and still have enough energy for any emergency.

Physical fitness is all about one’s physical capacity to do any physical task or activity. Physical fitness is thus an aspect of total fitness.

Meaning of Body Conditioning

Body conditioning is engaging the body in regular and carefully selected physical activities to promote physical fitness and health.

Benefits Derived from Physical Fitness Exercises

(i) It aids circulation of blood.

(ii) It improves the heart regulating mechanism.

(iii) It strengthens the heart.

(iv) It relieves internal congestion.

(v) It aids relaxation rest and sleep.

(vi) It aids flexibility at the joint.

(vii) It promotes endurance.

Health Related Benefits Derived from Physical Fitness Exercises

(i) Flexibility.

(ii) Resistance.

(iii) Body composition.

(iv) Cardiovascular endurance

(v) Muscular endurance.

(vi) Muscular strength.

(vii) Power.

(viii) Good posture.

(ix) Aesthetic values and positive self image.

(x) Longevity.

Performance Related Benefits Derived from Physical Fitness Exercises

(i) Coordination.

(ii) Agility (quick movements).

(iii) Balance.

(iv) Fast reaction time.

(v) Speed.

(vi) Accuracy.

(vii) High productivity.

FACTORS THAT INFLUENCE PHYSICAL FITNESS

Several factors influence physical fitness. They include:

(i) Heredity.

(ii) Nutrition.

(iii) Regular exercises.

(iv) Body type.

(v) Health status.

(vi) Regular medical check up.

(vii) Rest and sleep.

(viii) Age.

Body Conditioning Activities

Body conditioning is engaging the body in regular and carefully selected physical activities to promote physical fitness and health.

Body conditioning activities include the following:

(i) Weight training.

(ii) Repetition training.

(iii) Circuit training.

(iv) Anaerobic exercise.

(v) Aerobic exercise.

(vi) Long distance and road walking.

Presentation

The topic is presented step by step

Step 1:

The class teacher revises the previous topics

Step 2.

He introduces the new topic

Step 3:

The class teacher allows the pupils to give their own examples and he corrects them when the needs arise

EVALUATION

1. Define body conditioning.
2. List five body conditioning activities.
3. Enumerate five factors that influence

Conclusion

The class teacher wraps up or concludes the lesson by giving out short notes to summarize the topic that he or she has just taught.

The class teacher also goes round to make sure that the notes are well copied or well written by the pupils.

He or she does the necessary corrections when and where the needs arise.