Philosophy Basics
What is the main purpose of philosophy in kinesiology?
To examine assumptions, values, and meanings of physical activity.
Which branch asks, “What is real?”
Metaphysics
Which reasoning method asks, “What could sport look like under different rules?”
Descriptive reasoning.
Which value is central to fair play in sport?
Honesty.
What philosophical issue asks about the relationship between body and mind?
The mind–body problem.
Which type of knowledge focuses on conceptual and normative insight rather than measurement?
Philosophical knowledge.
Which branch studies knowledge and truth?
Epistemology.
Which reasoning method judges values and asks what ought to be?
Normative reasoning.
Using performance-enhancing drugs is mainly debated under which branch of philosophy?
Ethics.
The belief that mind and body are completely separate is called __________.
Dualism
Which is NOT a philosophical question? “What is the role of fair play in sport?” or “What muscle fibers produce the most force?”
“What muscle fibers produce the most force?”
Which branch studies beauty and artistic value in movement?
Aesthetics.
Moving from specific cases (examples in sport) to general conclusions is called __________.
Inductive reasoning.
A coach debating whether to prioritize winning or player development is engaging in what kind of reasoning?
Ethical reasoning.
The belief that mind and body function together as an integrated whole is called __________.
Holism
Philosophy of physical activity differs from science because it focuses more on __________.
Values, meanings, and purposes.
Which branch deals with right and wrong in sport and coaching?
Ethics
Reasoning from general principles to specific cases is called __________.
Deductive reasoning.
Which term describes considering what is good, just, or fair in sport and activity?
Normative ethics.
Who is the philosopher often linked to dualism?
René Descartes.
True or False: Philosophy replaces scientific evidence in kinesiology.
False
Which branch studies the rules of reasoning and arguments?
Logic
Which reasoning style is most common in philosophy of physical activity overall?
Reflective/critical reasoning (conceptual analysis).
Give one example of an ethical dilemma in physical activity.
Acceptable answers include: cheating, sportsmanship, doping
Which perspective in kinesiology argues against reductionism and sees body–mind as inseparable?
Holistic perspective.