THE ROLE OF PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND MASS SPORTS IN MAINTAINING AND STRENGTHENING PUBLIC HEALTH

Abstract

The Decree of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan, No. PF-6099, dated October 30, 2020, titled "On Measures for the Widespread Implementation of a Healthy Lifestyle and Further Development of Mass Sports," emphasizes the importance of promoting physical education and sports to strengthen the immune system of every citizen. This is achieved by encouraging the adoption of healthy lifestyle habits, such as regular physical activity, quitting harmful habits, following proper nutrition principles, rehabilitation, and systematic and effective organization of mass participation events. The decree also highlights the need to create the necessary infrastructure and conditions in every family, neighborhood, and district (city), as well as in preschool, general secondary, secondary specialized, professional, and higher educational institutions, and other organizations, to facilitate engagement in physical education and mass sports.A well-rounded individual with a combination of mental and moral education, enriched with elements of physical fitness, contributes significantly to the foundation of a healthy lifestyle. This approach fosters a stronger commitment to overall health and well-being.