Physical Education and Psychological Well-Being, (Hardcover)

Physical education refers to an educational process which helps in developing specific understanding, knowledge and skills that encourage physical competence. It is useful to improve a sense of confidence among students. The common objective of physical education is to make students familiar with the basic elements of exercise that will help them in leading a healthy lifestyle. The adoption of physical activity in daily life also has an impact on the psychological well-being of people. It helps in lowering somatic anxiety levels, increasing concentration and improving the quality of sleep. Regular physical activities also help in managing and preventing non-communicable diseases including diabetes, heart disease, stroke and numerous cancers. This book aims to shed light on some of the unexplored impacts of physical education on psychological well-being. It will also provide interesting topics for research which interested readers can take up. This book, with its detailed analyses and data, will prove immensely beneficial to professionals and students involved in this area of study at various levels.