Concepts Of Physical Activity: Leisure Flashcards
Structure of leisure is:
More structured than recreation
Includes use of equipment and facilities
More scheduled
Creative involvement
Time restrains
Choice
Motivations for leisure are:
Escapism
Act as an antidote
Improve fitness
Improve mental stability
Socialising
Enjoyment
Improving complete state of health
Benefits to individual:
Improves fitness
Relieves stress
Builds self-esteem
Meeting others and making friends
Improves health
Acts as an antidote
Entertainment
New skills
Benefits to society:
Social unity
Economical
Healthier society-less strain on NHS
Reduces crime levels - free time preoccupied
Economic benefit - leisure boom industry
Maintains cultural traditions (class-based)
Active leisure involves engaging in activities in your…
Free time, such as active sports and other mentally stimulating activities
Differences between active leisure and recreation are:
Active leisure is slightly more structured
Usually requires the use of equipment and facilities (leisure industry)
Active leisure can have some predetermined aims (for motivation), such as relieving stress, improving fitness and meeting others (aerobic class
Active leisure tends to be more scheduled - classes out of control and time restraints