Why Physical Education is important to study in Class 11

Physical education encourages good health and physical wellbeing. It’s also known as PT, PE and in some countries, it’s also known as gym class. Students are usually required to take it in school and can also take it in the 11th and 12th standards.

Students learn about sports, nutrition, yoga, and a variety of different topics. Physical education plays a huge role in developing a student’s confidence to participate in different physical activities. Physical education motivates students to live an active life and be in good shape. It encourages sportsmanship among students and develops a zeal for sports and recreation.

Let’s further look into the benefits of studying physical education in Class 11.

Learn about a variety of concepts

In the Physical Education Class 11 Syllabus, students will learn about physical fitness, wellness, how to prevent sports injuries, calculation of BMI, and also anatomy. In present times, many people are living sedentary and unhealthy lifestyles. Learning about these topics will guide students to lead healthy lives.

In addition to this, students also learn yoga asanas as well as relaxation techniques that help improve concentration. Students learn about the Olympics and Paralympics as well. For those interested in pursuing a career in physical education, the syllabus also includes a few career options that students can look into. Studying Physical education is a great first step for students who wish to work in the physical health and fitness industry.

 Teaches children to lead healthy lives

In comparison to all the other subjects, physical education is like a breath of fresh air. Being physically fit is essential to living a healthy, full life. Physical activity enhances overall health and cuts down the risk of dangerous diseases. In modern times, people are glued to their screens. People don’t even meet the minimum criteria of exercising for 30 minutes a day. People are struggling with obesity, depression, a lack of energy, anxiety, and many different problems. That’s why studying physical education in class 11 becomes all the more important. Physical education teaches class 11 students body management skills, how to perform various physical exercises, sports as well as relaxations techniques which can benefit students greatly.

Sometimes, students may be stressed out with the syllabus of other subjects. You can use the relaxation techniques you have learned to calm yourself down in such times. In this way, this subject guides students to live healthy and hearty lives.

Health is wealth

Students are often very stressed out with their busy schedules and hence give less importance to exercise and eating the right food which in turn affects their health and overall fitness.  Students have to get up early in the morning to go to college and sometimes they hardly have enough time to eat or drink anything before leaving home.

Most of the common health problems like diabetes, high blood pressure, asthma, and heart-related issues arise due to lack of exercise and eating unhealthy food.  Therefore, it is important to learn physical education in class 11 as it promotes physical and mental health.  It has also been found that physical activity has a positive effect on educational achievement. Always remember health is wealth.  Being a student of physical education also teaches you how to eat right, leadership skills, self-discipline, and self-confidence which are so essential in our everyday lives.

How to study for Class 11 physical education

If you want to achieve a really good score in physical education, here are a few tips you can implement.

• Read your textbook diligently. It’s better to stick to one primary textbook rather than referring to multiple books. Read every chapter at least 2-3 times.
• You can also make notes when you study. While many may think that note-taking is a waste of effort, it is one of the best ways to remember and understand things better. Make sure your notes are organized and intelligible so that you can still understand everything clearly when you refer to them later on. You can make notes of important definitions and also practice writing answers. You can refer to these notes before the exam, to review all that you have studied.
• Look through previous year’s question papers to get an idea of the kinds of questions asked and the paper pattern. Solve the question papers within a particular time limit so that you are confident and ready on the final day. You can also go through the questions in the textbook and try to answer them. Remember to answer the questions in a point-wise format. You can also give relevant examples to your answers to make them more interesting.
• Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we could just read a book, and then remember it accurately? It would make our lives much simpler. However, our brains don’t work like that. We have to revise regularly to retain what we have studied. Revising on a regular basis will also reduce anxiety and stress when your exams draw near.
• The physical education practical carries 30 marks. It consists of a physical fitness test which may include push-ups, running, crunches, etc. Students might also have to show knowledge of a sport of their choice and practice some yoga asanas. You will also have a viva for the practicals. The best way to prepare for the practicals is to exercise daily. Practice running, shuttle run, sit-ups and you can also practice yoga asanas at home. This will build your endurance and you will be ready to take on the physical education practicals.

Physical education is considered to be one of the easiest and most scoring subjects in the CBSE class 11 curriculum. As we’ve already discussed, it has several benefits and is an important subject to learn. It imbibes a spirit of sportsmanship in students and teaches them about the importance of physical activity which guides students in their daily lives. It might also motivate students to take part in sports activities and maybe even pursue a career in it. It is also observed that students who participate in physical activity are much more energetic and merrier than those who don’t take part in it. If you study physical education, you’re in for a fun and healthy ride!