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Physical Edcuation |
This is an educational process that aims to improve human development and performance through physical activity. |
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Sport |
This is a structured physical activity, usually competitive, that requires complex skills and a high level of individual commitment and motivation. |
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Difference between physical education and sport |
Physical education is about the development of the individual, whereas sport is about the development of excellence. |
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History of PE and Sport |
Ancient Greece The main activities were wrestling, running, jumping, discus and javelin. Ancient Rome Sports included chariot racing, animal hunts, wrestling, running, and boxing. NB// The renaissance usually refers to the period 1300-1600 AD. It was a time of much religious change and political conflict around the world. |
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Sport abbreviation |
•International Olympic Committe (IOS). •Caribbean Free Trade Association (CARIFTA). •Pan American Sports Organization (PASO). •International Cricket Council (ICC). •International Federation of Association Football (FIFA). •Confederation of north, central American and Caribbean Association Football. (CONCACAF). West Indies Cricket Board (WICB). |
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Major Sporting events |
Commonwealth Games are also Friendky Games.
The Pan American Games are held every four years since 1951.
Carifta is an annual track and field athletics competition for young people
Paralympic are a multi-sport competition organized for people with intellectual and physical disabilities. This was founded by Ludwig Guttman.
Special Olympics Provide year round opportunities for children and adults with intellectual disabilities to train and take part in Olympic style events. Founded by: Eunice Kennedy Shriver. |
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Skeletal System |
The skeletal system has 206 bones, held together at joints by strong fibres called ligaments. |
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Functions of the skeleton System |
•Provides shape and support. •Provides protection to delicate organs. •Integral in Movements •Makes Blood |
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Types of Bone |
Long Bones They have a diaphysis, epiphyses and a hollow centre. Examples: Bones of the upper and lower arms and legs, the collar bone, metatarsals, metacarpals and phalanges Short Bones Examples: Carpals of the wrist and the tarsal of the feet. Flat Bones Examples: Scapula, pelvis, and cranium. NB// The scapula and pelvis need a large are for all the muscles that attach to them. The cranium need a large area to protect the brain. Irregular Bones These are spongy bone inside and compact hone outside. Example: The Vertebrae. |
