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Health Benefits Of Physical Education In Schools

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The health benefits of physical education schools are well documented. After exploring the current state of student health and wellness, we outline and review the short and long-term health benefits of physical education in schools. 29% of teenagers self-reported having poor mental health.

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Adapted Physical Education – The Call For Inclusion

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Martínez is a Project Coordinator for the Community Health Department at Lakeshore Foundation and an Inclusion Specialist for The National Center on Health Physical Activity and Disability (NCHPAD). Alex has an undergraduate degree in Physical Education Teaching and a master’s degree in Curriculum and Teaching in Physical Education.

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PLT4M and Lakeshore Foundation & NCHPAD Partnership

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PLT4M, the Lakeshore Foundation and the National Center on Health, Physical Activity and Disability (NCHPAD) are proud to announce a new partnership. Lakeshore houses the CDC-funded National Center on Health, Physical Activity and Disability (NCHPAD). Obesity, anxiety, depression, and behavioral issues are all at elevated rates.

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Should Physical Education Be Required?

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PE programs now boast a comprehensive approach to introducing students to different forms of physical fitness, health, and wellness. We owe it to our kids to provide ample opportunity to explore physical fitness and health through physical education classes. The long-term goal is to help students pursue happy and healthy lifestyles.

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Physical Activity vs Physical Education

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And while they both are crucial to the health and wellness of our children, there should be a clear delineation between physical activity vs physical education. Examples of physical education include teaching concepts and building skills around things like muscular strength, endurance, mobility, cardiovascular health, and more.