Gymnastics and Swimming History of Gymnastics Gymnastics means naked art and it originated in ancient Greece. It is believed that the Chinese were the first people to develop activities that resembled gymnastics. The people that perform it are called ‘The Gymnasts’ and the place where the activities are carried out is known as ‘the gymnasium’. …
Definition of Contact and Non – Contact Sports Contact Sports are sports that allows for partial or full body close interaction between two or more opponents without contradicting the context of fair play. The sports / games allow the opposing players / teams to operate within the same court, field or arena. Examples are football, …
Water Supply Water is one of the most abundant natural resources that covers about 80% of the Earth’s surface. It is very important because it is needed by every creature. The body system contains approximately 75% of water. Most of the food we take comprises water. It helps the flow of blood, prevents dehydration, regulates …
Pollution control should be included in federal legislation. Keep your car in good running condition to avoid emissions. Encourage planting of trees and discourage deforestation. Share a ride or carpool. Development of innovative pollution prevention program Choose to walk or ride a bicycle whenever possible. Educate the public about pollution. Establish and implement green policies …
The effects of environmental pollution can be dangerous to life and properties. The following are the effects of pollution: Effects of Air Pollution Air pollution causes irritation in the throat, nose, lungs and eyes. It brings about global warming (greenhouse effect). It causes breathing problems. It aggravates existing health conditions such as asthma. Increases the …
The game of tennis is said to have developed from handball. Hand ball originated from Ireland. Tennis was formally called lawn tennis when the playing area was done on lawns only. The modern game of tennis was introduced in 1873 by Major Walter CloptonWingfield, a British army officer. Mary Outerbridge introduced the game into …
Environmental Pollution is the release of contaminated and harmful substances and materials into the surroundings which affect living things negatively. Pollution occurs to air, water and land. Pollution is the contamination of fresh and pure air, land and water with impurities. It is the release of unwanted substances into the surrounding. Pollution is undesirable …
School health programme can be defined as the health activities for the child and staff for the benefit of both with the purpose of promoting teaching and learning. It can equally be defined as all health practice and services available in the school to promote the health of the students and the staff of …
Table Tennis Equipment The table The net The bats The net supports The balls The towel The Basic Skills and Techniques The grip The service The footwork/stance The backhand stroke/drive The forehand stroke/drive The top spin The lob The half volley The push shot The drop shot The smash The Nature of the …
Striking/Fielding Games are activities in which players score points by striking an object and running to designated playing areas or prevent opponents from scoring by retrieving the object and returning it to stop the play. By playing these games, participants will learn the key skills and tactics for games such as Baseball, Cricket and …