Lesson Notes By Weeks and Term v4 - SHS 1
Physical Activity for Healthy Living
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Physical Activity for Healthy Living
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Subject: Physical Education Health Elective
Class: SHS 1
Term: 1st Term
Week: 20
Grade code: 1.2.1.LI.2
Strand code: 2
Sub-strand code: 1
Content standard code: 1.2.1.CS.1
Indicator code: 1.2.1.LI.2
Theme: Ph ysical Education
Subtheme: Physical Activity for Healthy Living
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This lesson introduces the fundamental concept of physical activity and explores its critical role in maintaining a healthy life. In Ghana today, as lifestyles become more sedentary (sitting for long hours studying, using transportation, or for entertainment), understanding the importance of staying active is more crucial than ever. This knowledge empowers learners to make informed choices that will benefit their physical, mental, and social well-being not just during their school years, but for their entire lives. We will explore simple, everyday activities that count towards a healthy lifestyle, many of which are already part of our Ghanaian culture.
A. What is Physical Activity?
Physical activity is any bodily movement produced by skeletal muscles that requires energy expenditure.
This is a broad definition. It doesn't just mean playing sports or going to the gym. It includes activities you do as part of your daily life. Key Idea: If you are moving your body, you are being physically active.
Examples Relevant to a Ghanaian Learner: Walking or cycling to school. Fetching water from a tap or well. Pounding fufu or banku. Engaging in farm work like weeding or planting. Playing football or ampe with friends during break time. Dancing to Azonto, Highlife, or traditional music like Adowa. Sweeping the compound or scrubbing the floor. Climbing stairs in a multi-storey school building. B. Physical Activity vs. Exercise vs. Physical Fitness