Physical Activity and Fitness Physical Activity and Fitness addresses physical development and wellness. Physical Activity and Fitness focuses on individual competence and versatility in movement skills, understanding movement concepts and body dynamics, and relating physical activity to lifelong health.
Wellness captures the combination of activity and fitness and a healthy lifestyle.
Students can increase their awareness of the benefits of physical activity and fitness through knowledge about how the body functions. By identifying and experiencing the relationship of exercise to overall health, applying important social skills and safety in physical activity, integrating learning movement with other modes of learning, and practicing strategies to respond to stress, students can enhance their overall health and wellness. 2.3 Perform rhythm routines, including dancing, to demonstrate fundamental movement skills. Fitness 2.4 Identify physical and psychological changes that result from participation in a variety of physical activities. 2.5 Explain the benefits of physical fitness to good health and increased active lifestyle.