Components Of Physical Fitness (Primary 5)

• Term: 1st Term
• Week: 4, 5 & 6
• Age: 10 years
• Duration: 40 minutes
• Subject: Basic Science And Technology
• Curriculum Theme: Physical And Health Education
• Previous Lesson: Meaning of physical fitness
• Topic: Components of physical fitness
• Content: Components of physical fitness

Performance Objectives:

By the end of the lesson, pupils should be able to:

• Cognitive domain: List the components of physical fitness.
• Affective domain: Appreciate the importance of physical fitness in daily life.
• Psychomotor domain: Demonstrate exercises that enhance physical fitness.
• Social domain: Work collaboratively in groups to discuss physical fitness components.

Reference Materials:

The following resources were used in planning this lesson:

• 9 – Years Basic Education Curriculum
• Abuja Educational Resource Centre Scheme of Work
• NAPPS National Unified Scheme of Work
• Online Information from Physiopedia – Physical Fitness and Its Components
• Relevant Textbooks

Instructional Materials:

The teacher will teach this lesson with the aid of:

• Flashcards with components of physical fitness
• Diagrams of different exercises
• Videos showing physical fitness activities
• Charts and posters

Rationale for the Lesson:

Understanding the components of physical fitness is essential for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. It helps pupils recognize the importance of staying active and how different exercises benefit various aspects of their fitness.

Prerequisite/Previous Knowledge:

Pupils should have a basic understanding of what physical fitness means.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES:

Learning Area: Components of physical fitness

To deliver this lesson, the teacher will adopt the following steps:

Lesson Content:

Components Of Physical Fitness

Physical fitness is essential for a healthy and active lifestyle. There are several components that make up physical fitness, each important in its own way. These components are:

1. Endurance: This is the ability to sustain physical activity over time. It means your body can keep going without getting tired too quickly. For example, running or cycling for a long time.
2. Strength: This refers to the ability of your muscles to exert force. Strength is what helps you lift heavy objects or do push-ups.
3. Flexibility: Flexibility is the ability to move your joints and muscles through their full range of motion. It’s like being able to bend and stretch easily, such as touching your toes.
4. Speed: Speed is how quickly you can move your body or a part of your body. For instance, sprinting in a race requires speed.
5. Agility: Agility is the ability to change direction quickly and effectively. Think about how a soccer player moves to avoid opponents.
6. Balance: Balance is the ability to maintain your body’s position whether you are moving or standing still. For example, standing on one leg requires balance.
7. Coordination: Coordination is the ability to use different parts of the body together smoothly and efficiently. It’s like being able to catch a ball while running.
8. Muscular Endurance: This is the ability of your muscles to perform repetitive movements for a long time without getting tired. For example, doing many sit-ups or push-ups.

Lesson Evaluation:

To evaluate the learning, the teacher asks pupils to:

1. List the components of physical fitness.
2. Explain the importance of cardiovascular endurance.
3. Demonstrate an exercise that improves muscular strength.
4. Discuss in groups why flexibility is important.

Note for teachers using my lesson plan:

Hi there, remember that I didn’t make this lesson plan with any particular class or teacher in mind and I tried as much as possible with my experience and expertise to deliver this plan in a standard and effective style utilizing the best strategy and methods. Nevertheless, you are free to customize the lesson content, teaching methods, timing, and pupil activities to suit your teaching style, pupils’ comprehension, curriculum, and resources available to you. Happy teaching!