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5 Components Of Physical Fitness

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Physical fitness is essential for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. There are 5 components of physical fitness that are essential for overall health and well-being. This article will discuss each component and how it contributes to physical fitness. What Are The 5 Components Of Physical Fitness?

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Health Benefits Of Physical Education In Schools

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Less than 25% of children achieve the recommended 60 minutes of physical activity a day. This is because quality physical education doesn’t just help students achieve regular physical activity in the moment. Physical education is an academic subject, just like math or science.

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Adapted Physical Education – The Call For Inclusion

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Adapted Physical Education – The Call For Inclusion The Physical Activity Guidelines for Americans recommend that children and adolescents ages 6 through 17 complete 60 minutes or more of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity daily. Ready to Learn More?

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Physical Education Articles For Advocacy

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These cutbacks come at a time when the United States is struggling with increased rates of childhood obesity, mental health issues, and concerns about academic performance of students. For example, the United States recently received a D- on a recent report for overall physical activity for children and youth.

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Should Physical Education Be Required?

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Physical education teachers have long tried to leave the term and memories of “gym class” behind them and spotlight their quality physical education programs. PE programs now boast a comprehensive approach to introducing students to different forms of physical fitness, health, and wellness.

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Benefits of Physical Activity In Schools

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So with everything pointing to the benefits of physical activity in schools and the recommended amount of time, what seems to be the hold-up? Where Did Physical Fitness In School Go? There are physical education departments and school districts all across the country working to highlight the power of physical education classes.

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Physical Activity vs Physical Education

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Public health officials have long highlighted the relationship between improved physical health and physical education/activity. And although a spotlight has been put on obese children and the threat of chronic diseases, a lack of physical education and physical activity also impacts other aspects of children’s lives.