NIOS Class 12 Physical Education Chapter 3 Physical Fitness and Wellness

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NIOS Class 12 Physical Education Chapter 3 Physical Fitness and Wellness

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Physical Fitness and Wellness

Chapter: 3

MODULE – 1 CONCEPT OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND YOG

INTEXT QUESTIONS 3.1

Complete the following sentences to make them meaningful:

(a) Fitness component, ‘speed’ comes under _____________.

Ans: Performance related fitness.

(b) Cardiovascular endurance is a component of __________.

Ans: Health related fitness.

(c) Body composition is related with ___________ and ____________.

Ans: Lean body mass and fat.

(d) Ability to quickly and purposefully doing group of movements with better quality and effect is known as ______________.

Ans: Coordinative abilities.

INTEXT QUESTIONS 3.2

Fill in the blanks with appropriate words.

(a) Having good friends, bond with family members, volunteerism, community services, trusting relationship etc. are indicator of _______________.

Ans: Social wellness.

(b) An individual’s ability to learn, think critically, analysing, evaluating, apply knowledge and interacting with world is known as ____________ wellness.

Ans: Intellectual.

(c) Ability to express emotions, adjust to change, accept the limitations, achieve emotional stability and enjoy life happily is known as _______________.

Ans: Emotional wellness.

(d) Preservation of natural resources, protection of plants and wildlife are important for _____________ wellness.

Ans: Environment.

INTEXT QUESTIONS 3.3

1. Which one of the following is not a psychological benefit of yog practice?

(a) Stress reduction.

(b) Increased mental clarity.

(c) Enhances personal power.

(d) Improved reaction time.

Ans: (c) Enhances personal power.

2. Which one of the following is not a type of yog?

(a) Hatha.

(b) Ashtanga.

(c) Strength.

(d) Kundalini.

Ans: (c) Strength.

Complete the sentence with apprpriate word.

3. Hath yog involves three basis of yog including postures, breathing techniques, and ______________.

Ans: Meditation.

TERMINAL QUESTIONS

1. What is meant by Physical Fitness? Highlight the importance of physical fitness.

Ans: Physical fitness is the ability of wellbeing to perform day to day activities including occupation and for sportsperson to do training and practices of his/her game/sports without undue fatigue and to meet emerging situations which can be achieved through vigorous physical exercise, proper nutrition and sufficient rest.

Importance:

(i) Moderate, vigorous, regular exercise slows down the process of aging and also increases the energy to do work. Exercise keeps weight under control, improves posture and physical appearance. Strong bones, better immunity, low frequency of any disease occurrence are the indicators of fitness.

(ii) Physically fit individual has alertness, concentration and positive thought about life. He/She motivates himself/herself to develop good personal habits regarding smoking, alcohol, tobacco etc.

(iii) Regular exercise is a strength booster, relieves tension and controls emotion swings of an individual. A fit individual has improved self-image, self-confidence and self-esteem.

(iv) Fitness helps to strengthen the relationships with family and friends. It also increases the opportunity for social contacts.

(v) Fitness reduces absenteeism in offices, increases productivity, reduces medical cost, increases networking possibilities, makes company energy efficient etc.

2. Explain the different types of physical fitness with their components.

Ans: Physical fitness can be divided into two parts. Health related physical fitness and performance related fitness.

(i) Health Related Physical Fitness: This fitness is important for health and performance of daily functional activities. 

Components are:

Cardiovascular endurance: Ability of the heart, vessels and lungs to deliver oxygen to the working muscles and removal of waste products during activity.

Muscular endurance: Ability of the muscle to exert continuous force against resistance or sustain muscular contraction.

Muscular strength: Ability of the muscle to exert maximal force against resistance.

Flexibility: Ability of the joint to move around in full range of motion. It is an essential component which prevents injury and ensures smooth and efficient movements.

Body composition: It refers to the amount of fat free mass (muscle mass) and fat mass in body.

(ii) Performance Related Fitness: Performance related fitness is the combination of motor and skill related fitness and is also important for better health. Components of motor fitness are:

Strength: Ability of the muscle to act or overcome the resistance; resistance may be against a person or an object.

Endurance: Ability of the muscle to do activity, for long duration continuously with desired speed without fatigue.

Speed: Ability to complete the task in minimum possible time.

Flexibility: The ability to move joints through full range of motion is known as flexibility.

Coordinative Abilities: Ability to quickly and purposefully doing group of movements with better quality and effect.