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Sport Studies for Secondary Schools

Sport Studies as a subject uses a number of terms. These terms include, movement,
posture, performance, and healthy or active lifestyle.

Movement

Movement encompasses a broad range of skills that form the foundation for successful
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participation in games, sports and exercises. These skills can be categorised into
locomotive, non-locomotive and manipulative. Locomotive skills include, walking,
running, jumping and landing, hopping, leaping, sliding and dodging, while non-
locomotive skills include, bending and stretching, twisting and turning, pushing and
pulling as well as swinging and swaying. On the other hand manipulative skills include,
throwing, catching, striking, dribbling, kicking and volleying.

Posture
Posture is the bodily positioning of a person during rest, standing or moving. Good
posture entails a correct positioning and proper alignment that provide the individual
with a comfortable sensation. Therefore, you have to execute a proper posture in every
physical activity you do for safety and precise performance.

Performance
Performance is the use of physical and mental effort to produce effective outcomes
when participating in physical activity. Performance in sports refers to the ability to
demonstrate proficiency and skills in a particular sport.

Healthy or active-lifestyle
A healthy or active-lifestyle refers to a way of living that promotes physical, mental,
and emotional well-being of an individual through regular participation in physical
activities, eating balanced diet, and positive lifestyle choices. It encompasses a variety
of habits and behaviours that contribute to overall health and wellbeing. Healthy
movements may include walking, sporting, dancing, yoga and running. For a healthy
living, active life should be coupled with eating a well-balanced diet. The emphasis
is on encouraging consuption of low-fat diet with plenty of fruits, vegetables, and
whole grains.

Exercise 1.1

1. Explain how movement skills are important in sports performance.

2. Explain why a balanced diet is important in sport.

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