Why is physical education important ? Should physical education classes be required or optional?

Physical education is, nowadays, part of the academic program of most schools. In this article the importance of this activity and the arguments both for and against its use will be discussed.

There is no question in my mind that physical education is essential for the student’s body building strength, energy, stamina and fitness. Therefore, it should be required,as far as I am concerned.

In the first place, students are young people and they will be the leaders of tomorrow. Consequently, to create a good nation, healthy students are necessary and it is reasonable to build fitness centres and gymnasium in schools. Moreover, professional physical training teachers should be appointed and athletic equipment, spacious and clean stadiums and playgrounds should be provided by governments. Furthermore, learning aerobic exercises makes stiudents more active, happier and relaxed. In addition, the most talented of them could one day become successful athletes.

What’s more, students must dedicate themselves to passing exams and to achieving high marks. Nevertheless, their health may deteriorate with the sedentary life style, which can cause some problems like obesity or other dangerous diseases. As a result, appropriare training hours per week are suitable and essential for student’s growth.

To conclude, people who believe that students must give priority to subjects like maths and literature and that they do not need physical education are making a terrible mistake. This discipline has in fact to be considered equelly important as the others and its presence is fundamental in schools.