Physical Education and Training
| Definition: |
Instructional programs in the care and development of the body, often in schools. The concept does not include prescribed exercises, which is EXERCISE THERAPY. |
| Notes: |
"instructional" & "often in schools": differentiate from EXERCISE (see MeSH definition there), from GYMNASTICS (see note there) & from EXERCISE THERAPY (prescribed exercise & physical activity); DF: PHYS ED or PHYSICAL EDUC or PHYSICAL EDUCATION |
| Also Called: |
Physical Education |
Physical Education and Training Categories.
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Gymnastics - Systematic physical exercise. This includes calisthenics, a system of light gymnastics for promoting strength and grace of carriage. |
Physical Education and Training Definitions and Terms
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