Physical Education Update

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Canadians tend to live two to three years longer than Americans, and are as likely to survive major diseases such as heart attacks, breast cancer, cervical cancer and childhood leukemia. Check out this blog: [link] ). The latest estimate on the cost of obesity in America is $147 BILLION PER YEAR!

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PLT4M

MARCH 6, 2023

Regular physical activity in children and adolescents promotes health and fitness and helps to reduce obesity and the risk of developing chronic conditions. This recommendation from the CDC is for all students. In addition, the obesity rate for children with a disability is 38 percent higher than for children without a disability.

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SHAPE America

OCTOBER 10, 2023

If we pause to take a panoramic view of our current landscape, we are reminded that our country has an obesity epidemic, rise in hypokinetic diseases, as well as mental health concerns. The foundation for a healthy lifestyle best begins in childhood and is reinforced regularly over time.

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Fit and Fun Play

APRIL 16, 2024

Childhood Obesity Puts Kids at Increased Risk For Developing Adult Heart Disease. When was the last time you got your child's heart checked out? The CDC (Centers for Disease Control) wants you to know that heart disease isn't just a concern for adults 65 and up.

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