Class 9 · Physical Education and Well Being · New NCERT
Chapter 22: Yogamaya Jīvana (Lifestyle for Holistic Health)
"Yogamaya Jivana (Lifestyle for Holistic Health)" is a long chapter of about twenty-four pages. The title suggests a way of living shaped by yoga, so students are likely to study daily routine, food, sleep, self-discipline and mental balance, with practices such as asanas, breathing and attention exercises. It links with the Science chapters on health and the Class 8 Sanskrit lesson on healthy eating. Keeping a personal routine diary for a few weeks makes it practical.
This is chapter 22 of 23 in Khel Praveen, the Class 9 Physical Education and Well Being textbook, in the Yoga for Holistic Health and Personal Excellence section, and begins on page 163 of the printed 2026-27 book. It follows "Samagra Svāsthya (Yoga for Holistic Health)" and is followed by "Yoga for Personal Excellence".
The goals in "Yogamaya Jīvana (Lifestyle for Holistic Health)" go beyond physical skill. Grade 9 students are navigating adolescence, so the book builds resilience, self-regulation and social sensitivity alongside fitness. Teachers can use stories of athletes, case studies and small projects, and adapt activities to the space, equipment and abilities in their school, keeping every student involved.
Try a short family session or discussion based on "Yogamaya Jīvana (Lifestyle for Holistic Health)". Let the student lead, explain and demonstrate. This turns learning into shared interest and builds regular physical activity into the family routine.
This overview is written from the 2026-27 textbook's Contents page, its preface and the chapter title, to help families and teachers prepare. Please read the chapter itself for exact content, activities and exercises.