Physical Activity Continuum Flashcards
1
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What are the characteristics of physical recreation
A
- the active aspects of leisure
- non-serious/fun/informal
- primarily for adults
- flexibility in terms of duration
- self-regulated rules
2
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What is the function of physical recreation for the individual
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- increasing health and fitness
- develops physical skills
- increased self-esteem
- reduces stress
3
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What is the function of physical recreation for society
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- increased health and fitness reduces strain in the NHS
- cohesion of community increases
- ## economic benefits such as increased employment
4
Q
What are the characteristics of sport
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- competitive = rules and regulations
- organised leagues and championships
- officials = referees and umpires
- administrations = clubs and NGBs
- extrinsic rewards
5
Q
What is the function of sport for the individual
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- improved group cohesion
- improved health and fitness
- develop skill level
- improve self-confidence
- positive use of free time
- sportsmanship develops
6
Q
What is the function of sport for society
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- improved health and fitness so reduces strain on the NHS
- lower levels of obesity
- reduced crime rates
- increased equality of opportunity
- economic benefits as money is spent on sporting equipment
7
Q
What are the problems with sport
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- over-emphasis on winning
- crowd violence
- drugs/PEDs
- poor role models
8
Q
What NGB is responsible for all Olympic and Paralympic performance related support
A
UK sport
9
Q
What is the national institute of sport and what does it do
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- it’s a subsidiary of UK sport
- performers have access to sport scientists, medicine and technology
- aim to increase probabilities of a potential athlete being successful by providing a range services
10
Q
Where are some of the world class performance centres located
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- Bath university
- Loughborough university
- Bisham abbey
11
Q
What are the characteristics of PE
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- compulsory
- formal = taught lessons
- begins in primary school
- highly structured
- no cost for parents
12
Q
What are the aims of PE
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- motor skill development
- health and fitness development
- gain knowledge of rules in sport
- development of personal and social skills
13
Q
What are the differences between club and school sport
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- role of teacher may be different than the role of coaches
- conflicts in expectation
- different ethics in school and club sport
