7 Reasons Why Physical Education
is Important in School
Borrowed From:   http://www.romow.com/education-blog/7-reasons-why-physical-
education-is-important-in-school/
Physical education plays a vital role in the students’ development
and growth. According to recent medical studies, physical well being
of a student is directly related to his or her performance whether in
class, home, or on the sports field.
1. It’s a link to good health.
The value of physical fitness can never be overstated. It’s only in
physical educational classrooms that students learn the value of
taking care of themselves physically, emotionally , and socially. 
2. It’s a preventive measure against disease.
Many doctors today agree that obesity is a serious health risk.
Without any form of diet management and control with the
numerous processed food students intake everyday compounded by
a sedentary lifestyle, a student’s health can easily be at risk to
many diseases like coronary heart disease, hypertension and
diabetes. Physical education in school is important in schools to
teach students the value of regular exercise.
3. It’s a program for muscle strength and fitness.
Physical education develops the students’ motor skills and hand-eye
coordination. It also develops the upper body muscles through
activities like doing push ups as well the lower body muscles
through stationary jumping jacks, running and jumping exercises.
4. It promotes academic learning.
Physical health allows students to function even better in
classrooms. A good cardiovascular system developed from regular
exercise promotes excellent blood and oxygen circulation. This
means more nutrients circulate through out the body which includes
the brain. This circulation produces longer attention span during
classes allowing longer concentration and absorption.
5. It builds self esteem.
Students who are active in physical activities like basketball,
volleyball, martial arts and running just to name a few are more
confident with themselves according to most social school studies. It
is because of the self discipline and dedication to excel in a sport
that brings out the best in students. In school, the physical
education program introduces these sport activities.
6. It develops cooperation, teamwork and sportsmanship
skills.
Most physical education programs are holistic. The program allows
students to interact together to a common goal and that is to win
and excel physically. It brings out the competitive sides of students
working both body and mind but also promotes sportsmanship.
7. It promotes a physically active lifestyle.
The purpose of physical education is to instill in students, at an early
age, the value of self preservation and choosing a lifestyle that is
good for both the mind and the body.

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