Pole vault is a field event which involves jumping over a horizontally placed obstacle (bar) that is supported by two up-rights. The vaulter uses a pole as a lever for the uplift of the body. The pole vaulter is expected to lift himself or herself high up with the pole from a single take-off to […]
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MEANING AND EXAMPLES OF COMMUNICABLE DISEASES Communicable diseases are diseases that can be spread from one person to another. It can be transmitted through direct or indirect contact. When a person becomes sick with a communicable disease. It means that germs have invaded his body. It is always a good practice to wash our hand
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Swimming is an individual sport in which one requires to move the entire body inside (through) water. This helps in exercising the muscles without putting the load on bone joints. There are basically 5 types of swimming or strokes in which you can swim. Let us discuss each type’s technique, benefits, muscles involved, etc. in
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Rest This is the way we relax our body and brain after the day’s work. Sleep This is the best form of rest that helps the body and brain to rest well. After the rest, they will have enough strength to work properly.  Ways to rest We can rest by playing games like: Snakes
First aid: – is the immediate and temporary care given to an accident victim or to a person who suddenly becomes sick until medical attention is provided by a qualified doctor or health practitioner. Safety– simply refers to the measures that are taken in other to be free from all types of danger in the
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Long jump (Field events) Long jump is a Feld event which involves running and then jumping for a distance from a spot into a fat surface called landing pit. The event requires speed, spring and a great deal of body control. The jump has the following five stages (skills): 1 The approach run or run-up
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TYPES OF RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES AND EXAMPLES RECREATION- is the activity a person participates in voluntarily without monetary gain. It provides pleasure and amusement during the leisure time. LEISURE- Leisure is defined as the free time left over after the day`s work. DANCE-Is the act of moving the body in rhythmic pattern to the tempo of
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A person is said to be physically fit if he or she is healthy and is able to do work and exercise adequately. Someone who is sick, malnourish, disable or overweight cannot be said to be physically fit. Though good health is important to physical fitness, exercises are needed regularly to keep fit The following
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History and Development of Soccer The true origin of soccer is difficult to determine but soccer otherwise known as football could be linked to the Greeks and Romans. The game was later brought to England by the Romans Soldiers. In 1863, the London Football Association established the first set of rules of the game. The
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Physical development is the process that starts in human infancy and continues into late adolescent concentrating on gross and fine motor skills as well as puberty. As a child learns what their bodies can do, they gain self-confidence, promoting social and emotional development. PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT IN YOUTH Physical development is divided into two areas,
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A career is defined as a chosen profession in which someone acquires skills or education to do as to earn a living. Career opportunities in physical education These are some of the career of the opportunities in physical and health education Teaching Coaching Sports officiating Sports Marketing Sports journalism Sports management Sports Physiotherapy Health counseling
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PREVENTION OF DRUG ABUSE – LIFE SAVING SKILLS AND DEVELOPING POSITIVE HEALTH BEHAVIOR Drug abuse is an ongoing problem in many communities, creeping into the lives of all people of all ages and from all walks of life. PREVENTION OF DRUG ABUSE Life – saving skills and developing positive health behavior are program designed to
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JUDO is a combat sport used for self – defense. The aim of judo is to make the opponent unable to continue fighting. Judo was introduced to Nigeria in 1972 and in 1973. Nigeria participated in Judo event during the all Africa Games in Lagos. In 1993, the Nigeria Judo Federation was formed. Judo is
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Domestic or home accidents—these are accidents that occur in the home, surroundings and neighborhood. Most of the accidents at home are in form of cuts, falls, poison, burns, electric shock, scalds, suffocation and dislocation as a result of slippery surfaces. CAUSES OF DOMESTIC ACCIDENTS Accessibility to sharp instruments like knives, razor blade, cutlass etc.
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Definition of Discus Discus is a field event which involves throwing a missile called discuss for a horizontal distance. A competitor is allowed three trials; the throwing is made from within a throwing circle of 2.50m in diameter to a landing sector of 40o. Table of Specification for Discus SEX WEIGHT MEN 2 KG
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Drugs can be taken in different ways such as: Through the mouth Through injection Rubbing of creams and ointments on the body like rob, Chinese balm, aboniki By Inhalation using inhalers Through the eyes like eye drops. PRESENTATION The Teacher revises the previous lesson. The Teacher introduces the topic. The Teacher explains the lessons. EVALUATIVE
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Meaning and types of Computer games Component of computer game  e.g. mouse, keyboard, monitor, ups, control pad  Etc. Computer The computer is an electronic device which can receive information (input), store information for a period of time, and can process and give out data as output. A game is an activity or sport usually involving skill, knowledge, or
Female Genital- it refers to female outer or external sex organs; Mutilation simply refers to damage or change something so much that is completely spoiled or ruined. Female genital mutilation, it is the removal or cutting off of some or all of the  female external sensitive genitals part of the female organ (clitoris) in
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MEANING OF DRUG USE DRUGSÂ are chemical or substances that changes the way our bodies work. Drug is used for medical purposes. When drug is swallowed, drugs are transported by blood to all part of the body. DRUG USEÂ is obtaining appropriate drug in suitable duration and dosage as prescribed by a doctor.it is also the use
RULES OF JUDO Hit and kicks are not allowed Fighters must wear special uniform such as jacket and judogi Fighting pairs are categorized by weight The language used in competition is Japanese The competition is supervised by mat referee and two judges The fight last for 4 minutes for women and 5 minutes for men