Syllabus

Course Code: MPEd -204    Course Name: Physical Fitness and Wellness

MODULE NO / UNIT COURSE SYLLABUS CONTENTS OF MODULE NOTES
1 Introduction of Physical Fitness and Wellness
Meaning and Definition of Physical Fitness and Wellness, Dimensions of Wellness, Principles of physical fitness and wellness, Primary and Secondary components of fitness, Assessment of wellness, Meaning of recreation, Types of recreation activities, Principles of recreation and Leisure time physical activity.
2 Sports Nutrition
Categorisation of sports according to energy requirements, Body Weight and Energy Expenditure for different categories of sports, Pre event Meal (3-4 hrs. , 1-2 hrs and less than 1 hr), Diet plan for sports requiring 7000 k.cal., 6000 k.cal., 5200k. Cal., 4500 k.cal. and 3600 k. Cal.
Role of Fluid and electrolytes balance in sports performance, Symptoms and Results of Dehydration, Fluid Replacement Guidelines: before, during and after exercise.
3 Aerobic and Anaerobic Exercise
Difference between aerobic and anaerobic fitness, aerobic and anaerobic metabolic threshold, Health benefits of aerobic and anaerobic exercise, calculation to aerobic and anaerobic training zone, Monitoring of heart rates during activity. Assessment of aerobic and anaerobic fitness, aerobic and anaerobic training methods, goal setting to maintain or improve aerobic and anaerobic fitness levels.
4 Ergogenic Aids and doping
Meaning of Ergogenic Aids, Ergogenic Aids: Mechanical Aids, Pharmacological Aids, Physiological Aids, Nutritional Aids and Psychological Aids.
World and National Anti Doping Agency, Anti doping rules of WADA, Category of Banned substances and methods. Side effects of doping on health.
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