Physical activity is central to health. A healthy body breeds a healthy mind.
Adequate daily physical activity improves cardiovascular health, metabolic
health, brain and mental health, and musculoskeletal health—benefits that recent
research shows are gained across the lifespan. Important emerging research has
further focused on the association between physical activity in youth and academic
achievements.
Essentials of Physical Education for CBSE Class XI has been brought out with the
aim of providing students a book which not only meets the latest CBSE syllabus
requirements but also helps develop learners’ interest in the subject and motivates
them to live a healthier and happier life.