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Obesity, Hunger, Inactivity and the Search for Hidden Answers

Physical Education Update

Hi Readers, I just received this email from long-time reader and physical educator, David Flax of South Africa. It raises some interesting questions about our perception of the causes of obesity, hunger and lack of activity. tags]physical education,obesity,childhood obesity,inactivity,exercise/code> [/tags]

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Physical Education Waivers Make No Economic Sense

Physical Education Update

Both would benefit from the knowledge about health, flexibility, fitness and nutrition that PE classes provide. Statistics show that almost 2/3 of Ohio adults are overweight or obese and only 47% of Ohio adults get a sufficient amount of physical activity. Ohio’s Physical Activity Plan, 2009.

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What Is Health and Wellness?

PLT4M

What is health and wellness? We set out to answer the question “what is health and wellness?” ” and provide actionable steps to promote a healthier United States via early intervention in physical education. What is Health and Wellness? The term health and wellness is used throughout society.

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Getting Kids Excited About Nutrition

PE with Palos

Tablets, television and video game consoles are the new slides and swings, and it is taking a toll on children’s eating habits and physical health. The inactivity of children has turned childhood obesity into a global epidemic and according to Benioff Children’s Hospitals , media use has been identified as a main contributing factor.

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COVID-19’s Impact on Youth Physical Activity

Spark PE

One of the many aspects of life affected was physical activity. Implementation of these restrictions raised questions about what happened to physical activity during the pandemic, and investigators got busy trying to answer those questions and the related question of what happened to sedentary behavior (sitting).

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How to Eat Like an Athlete: The Best Foods For Performance and Recovery

The Sporting

The Best Foods For Athletes to Boost Performance and Recovery We all know that good nutrition means eating good food, but when it comes to boosting athletic performance, not all food is created equal. They will be your primary energy source to keep you going during high-intensive physical activities.

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Fitness Education For Students

PLT4M

From physical education classes to extracurricular activities, there are various ways to incorporate fitness into a student’s daily routine. By teaching students the basics of exercise, nutrition, and healthy habits, they can develop the skills to make smart lifestyle choices that will benefit them for a lifetime.

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