OPTIMIZATION OF THE PROFESSIONAL TRAINING OF FACULTY OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND SPORTS STUDENTS THROUGH THE IMPLEMENTATION OF EDUCATIONAL COMPONENTS

The article provides a theoretical analysis of the educational component «Technologies for Forming a Culture of Physical Activity» highlighting its purpose of fostering fundamental knowledge, skills, and attitudes toward valuing life and health, as well as developing a high level of motor activity culture among various population groups as a crucial factor in the physical, social, psychological, and spiritual development of individuals. Expected learning outcomes from studying this discipline are outlined, emphasizing its role in shaping competent professionals. The study examines the curriculum and syllabus of this educational component, which includes key topics such as: 1. Historical prerequisites for the development of active leisure forms. 2. General characteristics of health and quality of life. 3. Lifestyle and human health. 4. Physical activity and its impact on psychological, somatic, and social health. 5. Physical activity: determinants at macro- and micro-environmental levels, monitoring, and evaluation. 6. Programmatic and normative foundations aimed at enhancing physical activity levels. The need to optimize the professional training of future physical education and sports specialists is driven by contemporary social, educational, and scientific factors. In today’s world, growing interest in healthy lifestyles has increased the demand for qualified professionals capable of not only enhancing physical abilities but also fostering a sustainable culture of motor activity as a component of overall well-being. Students of physical education and sports, as prospective educators, coaches, and organizers, must be equipped to meet these demands, necessitating an update to their professional training. The introduction of the «Technologies for Forming a Culture of physical Activity» component addresses this need by developing competencies essential for promoting active lifestyles across diverse population groups. The article’s objective is to optimize the professional training of physical education and sports students by integrating educational components, particularly the «Technologies for Forming a Culture of physical Activity» discipline. The research conducts a theoretical analysis of this discipline, defines its role in cultivating foundational knowledge and skills for valuing life and health, and explores its contribution to developing a culture of motor activity as a foundation for holistic human development. The study also examines the structure, content, and expected outcomes of the educational component, offering insights into its programmatic and normative foundations aimed at enhancing students’ general and professional competencies. By addressing both theoretical and practical dimensions, the article highlights how this discipline prepares future specialists to promote healthy lifestyles and motor activity, aligning their training with contemporary educational and societal demands.