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Locomotor skills: These are movement skills that involve traveling from one place to another.
They are often considered the foundational skills for various physical activities and sports.

Non-locomotor skills: Non-locomotor skills, on the other hand, are movements that do not
involve traveling but rather focus on body control and balance.

https://www.studocu.com/ph/document/university-of-southern-mindanao/physical-fitness/chapter-2-
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Enhanced Physical Fitness:


 By combining locomotor and non-locomotor skills, students engage a wider
range of muscle groups, promoting overall physical fitness.
 Improved cardiovascular health and stamina can result from activities that
incorporate both types of movements.
https://www.verywellfamily.com/locomotor-skills-1256925

Motor Skill Development:


 Locomotor skills, such as running and jumping, enhance students' gross motor
skills, while non-locomotor skills, such as balancing and twisting, improve fine
motor skills.
 The combination of these skills can lead to better motor coordination and
control.
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Movement#:~:text=Non-locomotor%20movements%20can%20help%20students%20develop%20body
%20awareness,control%2C%20balance%20and%20coordination%2C%20and%20strength%20and
%20flexibility.

Balance and Body Awareness:


 Non-locomotor skills, like balancing and twisting, help students develop a better
sense of their body's position in space.
 This increased body awareness can improve their performance in various physical
activities and sports.
Cognitive Benefits:
 Combining different movement skills challenges students' cognitive abilities as
they must plan and sequence their movements.
 Cognitive skills, such as problem-solving, memory, and attention, can be
improved through this type of physical education.
https://www.studocu.com/ph/document/polytechnic-university-of-the-philippines/bachelor-of-
elementary-education/semi-detailed-lesson-plan-vicencio-beed-3-c/28858120

Variety and Engagement:


 Incorporating both locomotor and non-locomotor skills adds variety to physical
education lessons, making them more engaging for students.
 Increased engagement can lead to better participation and a more positive
attitude toward physical activity.
https://www.clearinghouseforsport.gov.au/kb/physical-literacy-and-sport#:~:text=Physical%20literacy
%20involves%20holistic%20lifelong%20learning%20through%20movement,psychological%2C%20social
%20and%20cognitive%20health%20and%20wellbeing%20benefits.

Long-Term Physical Literacy:


 Learning a variety of movement skills sets a foundation for lifelong physical
activity and health.
 Students are more likely to stay active throughout their lives when they have a
broad repertoire of physical skills.

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