1. How do physical activities contribute to the total development of an individual? Answer: Regular physical activity helps to develop an individual's fundamental movement skills, it keeps the body strong and healthy. It can also improve mental health by decreasing symptoms of depression, anxiety, pain and loneliness. In addition to helping maintain a healthy body weight physical activity can help build healthy bones, muscles, heart and lungs. It can also improve focus, school performance, sleep and energy levels. Individuals who participate in regular physical activity improved relationships and a more positive body image