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Muscles Cont'd

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TERM – 1ST TERM

WEEK EIGHT

Class: Senior Secondary School 2

Age: 16 years

Duration: 40 minutes of 5 periods each

Date:

Subject: PHYSICAL EDUCATION

Topic: MUSCLES CONT’D

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES: At the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to

  1. Identify the functions of the muscles
  2. Identify the ways of to keep the muscles healthy.

INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES: Identification, explanation, questions and answers, demonstration, videos from source

INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS: Videos, loud speaker, textbook, pictures,

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

PERIOD 1-2

PRESENTATION

TEACHER’S ACTIVITY

STUDENT’S

ACTIVITY

STEP 1

INTRODUCTION

The teacher discusses the functions of the muscles.

Students listens attentively to the teacher                                                                          

STEP 2

EXPLANATION

Teacher identify and discuss the ways of keeping the muscles healthy.

Students exhibit attentiveness and active engagement

STEP 3

NOTE TAKING

The teacher writes a summarized

note on the board

The students

copy the note in

their books

 

NOTE

MUSCLES CONT’D

Functions of the muscles

The functions of muscles include:

  1. Movement: Muscles allow us to move our bodies and manipulate objects.
  2. Stability: Muscles help maintain posture and stabilize joints.
  3. Heat generation: Muscles produce heat as a byproduct of their activity, which helps maintain body temperature.
  4. Circulation support: Muscles aid in the circulation of blood and lymph throughout the body.
  5. Protection: Muscles provide a protective layer for internal organs and structures.

Ways to keep the muscles healthy

Keeping muscles healthy involves a combination of regular exercise, proper nutrition, adequate hydration, and sufficient rest. Here are some ways to maintain muscle health:

  1. Exercise regularly: Engage in a mix of cardiovascular exercise, strength training, and flexibility exercises to keep your muscles strong and flexible.
  2. Eat a balanced diet: Consume a variety of nutrient-rich foods, including lean proteins, complex carbohydrates, healthy fats, and plenty of fruits and vegetables to support muscle function and repair.
  3. Stay hydrated: Drink enough water throughout the day to support muscle function and prevent dehydration.
  4. Get enough rest: Allow your muscles to recover by getting adequate sleep each night and incorporating rest days into your workout routine.
  5. Stretch regularly: Incorporate stretching exercises into your routine to improve flexibility and prevent muscle stiffness and injury.
  6. Maintain good posture: Practice proper posture to reduce strain on your muscles and prevent muscle imbalances.

EVALUATION: 1.  Mention 5 functions of the muscles

  1. Identify 5 ways to keep the muscles healthy.

CLASSWORK: As in evaluation

CONCLUSION: The teacher commends the students positively