Physical education
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Physical education is an academic subject taught in schools worldwide, encompassing primary, secondary, and sometimes tertiary education. It is often referred to as Phys. Ed. or PE, and in the United
Physical education equipment in Calhan, Colorado
Children using a parachute during a physical education lesson
Young Portuguese children participating in a school race
Some countries include martial arts training in school as part of physical education class. These Filipino children are practicing karate.
Physical activity
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Physical activity is defined as any movement produced by skeletal muscles that requires energy expenditure. Physical activity encompasses all activities, at any intensity, performed during any time of
Physical education
…interaction through activities such as sports, exercise, and movement education. While curricula vary by country, PE generally aims to promote lifelong physical activity and well-being. Unlike other academic subjects, physical education is distinctive because it engages students across the psychomotor, cognitive…
Physical activity is not just exercise. It includes other activities that involve movement; for example cleaning, running, active transport etc.
Inactivity prevention poster: "Play the game, any game. You can't keep fit by watching." (New Zealand, 1950s)
Running in water
Weight training