MDC - PEN1FM105(2) - LIFE STYLE DISEASE AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY

Nikhil C.K

Course Overview This course explores the importance of physical fitness and active living for overall health and well-being. Students learn about the components of physical fitness, the benefits of regular exercise, and strategies for incorporating physical activity into daily life. Key Concepts 1. Components of Physical Fitness: Cardiorespiratory endurance, muscular strength and endurance, flexibility, and body composition.2. Benefits of Exercise: Improved cardiovascular health, weight management, enhanced mental well-being, and reduced risk of chronic diseases.3. Types of Exercise: Aerobic exercise, resistance training, high-intensity interval training (HIIT), and flexibility exercises.4. Physical Activity Guidelines: Recommendations for adults, children, and adolescents, including duration, frequency, and intensity of physical activity.5. Barriers to Physical Activity: Identifying and overcoming obstacles to regular exercise, such as lack of time, motivation, or access to facilities.

Nikhil C.K

Aim of the course ●        To understand the Fundamental concepts of Physical Education, Physical fitness, Health and Wellness. ●       To provide a general understanding on Nutrition, First aid and Stress Management. ●       To familiarize the students regarding Yoga and other activities for developing fitness. ●         To create awareness regarding hypo-kinetic diseases and various measures of fitness and health assessment. Course Outcomes: After studying this course the students will be Able to 1.Understand the concepts of physical education, Health & Wellness. 2.Understand the fitness and physical fitness 3. Assess components of physical fitness. 4. Know about science of Yoga and its benefits 5. Understand First Aid for sports injuries 6. Know the postural deformities and their corrective measures .7. Understand Lifestyle and Hypo kinetic diseases. 8. Understand how to control Emotions and manage stress  Number of credits - 3 Number of hours  - 48