PROPER ETIQUETTE AND SAFETY IN THE USE OF FACILITIES

AND EQUIPMENT
Health Optimizing Physical Education (HOPE)
“Health is wealth”
 Having strong body and healthy mind is important but observing proper
etiquette/good manners is also essential in our lives.

Etiquette – is a French word that means ticket or labeling something for identification. Later
then borrowed and altered by the Spanish people to refer written protocols
describing orders or procedures and proper behavior.
- Is a conduct or procedure required by good breeding or prescribed by authority to
observed in social and official life. Set of customs and rules for polite behavior.

Sportsmanship-Etiquette Relationship

Sportsmanship – is a conduct such as fairness, respect, and graciousness in winning or losing

which is becoming to one participating in [Link] is playing by the rules and
principles and using sports etiquette.

Importance Of Etiquette in Physical Education

o It enhances the social aspects of every individual. to uphold respect and fairness.
These help people to play in the 'spirit of the game'. They often require players to
take an active approach to respect and fairness, not just avoid breaking the rules.

Protocols/Etiquette Before, During, And After Physical Education

o Wear comfortable clothing that is also appropriate to your exercise.

o Use appropriate gear for the activity.
o Taking warm-ups and cool-downs before and after the activity is essential. It
prevents cramps and any other muscle pain.
o Take proper break during sessions. For stamina, eat light food when exercising and
always be hydrated (especially in prolonged exercises).

Proper Etiquette and Safety Standards in Facilities

o Read the rules and regulations of the place of your exercise. We must be
knowledgeable about things inside the premises. You can ask the information desk,
personnel, or the person in charge of the place.
o Always maintain cleanliness and orderliness of the place.
o Be mindful about others. Respect their time and space when they’re exercising.
Proper Handling of the Equipment
o Read the manual carefully before using the equipment.
o Be alert and aware on how to use the equipment.
o Take good care of the equipment.
Facilities Used in Physical Activities

o Parks
o Recreational centers
o House
o Gym
o Covered court.

Equipment Used in Physical Activities or Exercises

o Beanbags o Hula-hoops o Plastic hockey stick

o Balls o Skipping rope o Chair
o Balloons o Measuring objects o Dumbbell
o Pylons o Scarves

PLAYING COURT OF FIELD

 Depending on the sport, a play court or field can usually be found indoors.
 Venues and facilities are usually ready for use where minimal set-up is required
as they are specifically tailored to a particular sport (e.g. basketball, football).
 However, some venues must first install some equipment, such as volleyball,
tennis, badminton, table tennis, taekwondo, judo, etc.

 Depending on the location arrangements (i.e., rented or otherwise), it is

assumed that those who use and install equipment will correctly patch, return
or store the equipment after use.

 Keeping the venue clean and as tidy as possible after use is typical way.
Examples:

- Wipe off wet spots caused by drinks and sweat

- Throw away used or unneeded supplies and equipment like empty water
bottles, athletic tapes, shuttlecock feathers in badminton, etc.

DANCE AREAS OR STUDIOS

 These are either open or enclosed spaces on one or more sides, with full-
sized mirrors.
 Usually, speakers and music players are available for use and are set up
at strategic locations.

Based on the venue settings, dance area users or studios are required to
hold music players during use, switching off lighting and ventilations while
not in operation, as in play courts and fields.
 The following are other expectations when using dance areas or
studios;

✔ Keep footwear and other belongings on the sides or designated spots (i.e.,
lockers, benches, tables)
✔ Wipe off wet spots caused by drinks and sweat on the floor
✔ If it is an open area, keep music at accepted volume so as not to disturb
other users.
✔ Know the studio schedule every time so that you will not be rushed to move
out for next users. 

GYM OR WEIGHT AREAS

 These are indoor facilities with various types of equipment, such as
machine weights, free weights, balls, exercise machines (stationary
treadmill, bike, rower, stair climber), mats, etc.
 Often, the various equipment is available to anyone as the gym or weights
room is open to everyone who works.
 You are expected to observe appropriate behavior during and after the
workout. Here are a few of them.
 These are indoor facilities with various types of equipment, such as
machine weights, free weights, balls, exercise machines (stationary
treadmill, bike, rower, stair climber), mats, etc.
  Often, the various equipment is available to anyone as the gym or
weights room is open to everyone who works.
 You are expected to observe appropriate behavior during and after
the workout. Here are a few of them.

Physical activity is essentially mean movement of the body that uses up

energy. Running, cleaning, mopping the concrete, climbing the stairs, or dancing
are all good examples. It can either be classified as structured or incidental.

Structured physical activity or exercise is planned, purposeful activity

undertaken to promote health and fitness benefits. Incidental physical activity
on the other hand, is not planned and usually is the result of daily activities at
work, at home, or during transport. However, in order to be beneficial for one’s
body, the following aspects are to be considered and are essentials in assessing
physical activity:

Aspects of Physical Activity

 Mode – Specific activity performed (e.g., walking, gardening, cycling). It can also be
defined in the context of physiological and biomechanical demands/types (e.g., aerobic
versus anaerobic activity, resistance or strength training, balance and stability training).

 Frequency – Number of sessions per day or per week. In the context of health-
promoting physical activity, frequency is often qualified as number of sessions (bouts)
≥10 min in duration/length.

 Duration – Time (minutes or hours) of the activity bout during a specified time frame
(e.g., day, week, year, past month).

 Intensity – Rate of energy expenditure. Intensity is an indicator of the metabolic

demand of an activity. It can be objectively quantified with physiological measures (e.g.,
oxygen consumption, heart rate, respiratory exchange ratio), subjectively assessed by
 perceptual characteristics (e.g., rating of perceived exertion, walk-and-talk test), or
quantified by body movement (e.g., stepping rate, 3-dimensional body accelerations).

In addition to the aspects of physical activity, the domains in which physical

activity occurs are central to understanding the assessment of Physical Activity. This
is particularly important when behavior change is the intended goal.

Domains/Areas of Physical Activity

Domain/Areas Definition and Examples

Occupational Work-related: involving manual labor tasks, walking,
carrying or lifting objects.
Domestic Housework, yard work, childcare, chores, self-care,
shopping, incidental.
Transportation/ Purpose of going somewhere: walking, bicycling,
Utilitarian climbing/descending stairs to public transportation,
standing while riding transportation
Leisure Time Discretionary or recreational activities: sports, hobbies,
exercise, volunteer work

Assessing physical activity in a free-living environment is important for

understanding relations between physical activity and health and determining the
effectiveness of interventions. Increasing physical activity improves health and
fitness. It is also a key to successfully managing your weight. Start slowly and build
on your physical activity program. Here are some terms you are likely to hear:

1. Physical activity done at a moderate or vigorous intensity level is good for

teenager’s health.

2. Moderate physical activities generally make you move. These include brisk
walking, dancing, biking, swimming and jogging. Even helping out with some of
the more active chores inside and outside your home, like gardening can be
good.

3. Vigorous activities increase the heart rate and make you sweat and may let you
enjoy being active even more. You may play games with lots of running involved,
say football. You may also take up running or jogging, or other sports like
basketball, badminton, and swimming.

Being physically active is an important part of a teenager’s growth and

development, especially if done regularly and correctly. To be active everyday can
help teenagers achieve the following:

❖ improve heart health and fitness ❖ develop strong muscles and bones
❖ develop good posture ❖ increase self-confidence
❖ maintain a healthy weight ❖ reduce stress
❖ improve concentration and memory ❖ make and keep friendships
❖ improve sleep