Physical Education Curriculum Design for Promoting Lifelong Fitness and Health Literacy

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Published Mar 31, 2024
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Dr. Rohan Fernandes
Chair, Department of Kinesiology Panaji University, Goa
Ms. Rekha Gopal
HOD, School of Sports Management Chennai University, Tamil Nadu

Abstract

Physical education (PE) plays a crucial role in promoting lifelong fitness and health literacy among students. With rising concerns about sedentary lifestyles and increasing rates of obesity, the design of PE curricula has become paramount in fostering healthy habits and attitudes towards physical activity. principles and strategies for developing PE curricula that prioritize lifelong fitness and health literacy. the importance of PE in promoting physical, mental, and social well-being. It then explores the concept of lifelong fitness and its implications for PE curriculum design, emphasizing the need for a holistic approach that goes beyond traditional sports and activities. Next, the paper discusses the integration of health literacy into the PE curriculum, including topics such as nutrition, exercise physiology, and personal wellness.

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Dr. Rohan Fernandes, & Ms. Rekha Gopal. (2024). Physical Education Curriculum Design for Promoting Lifelong Fitness and Health Literacy. Innovations in Sports Science, 1(1), 18–21. https://doi.org/10.36676/iss.v1.i1.05

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