The role of physical culture and sports in the life of a person and the professional training of an employee of the internal affairs bodies

This article examines the role and place of physical culture in human life. Its functions are analyzed and the author's position on some of them is highlighted. The author also emphasizes the fact that physical culture is not always a long and exhausting workout. Sports can be part of everyday activities and recreation, while having a positive effect on the body. Playing sports allows not only to maintain the proper level of health and physiological indicators, but also to strengthen the psychological side of human life. Physical education is also an important part of the professional training of police officers. It is through it that police officers maintain their readiness to perform operational and service tasks, including in situations of real confrontation with offenders.